by Con Warner
Tue Feb 07, 2012 11:50 am
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Using phone number: 07045768114
This person asks for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent (for a property that he does not own) due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer either to him, his lawyer, your friend or a family member.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, this person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union or Moneygram with the promise that they will send the keys through a courier company.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them again.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
Using phone number: 07045768114
From: MICH J <[email protected]>
Subject: My flat details with pictures on rentfair
To: Con Warner
Date: Thursday, 2 February, 2012, 11:11
Thanks for your response to my ad.The flat is two bedroom flat and below is the details of the flat before we proceed.
Flat address: Edward Street, Birmingham, West Midlands
Post Code: B1 2RX
Rent: £280 per month,all bills included for a room expect car parking space
Rent: £560 per month whole flat
Security deposit:£320 refundable after four weeks in the flat.
Minimum Stay: 1 Month(s)
Maximum stay:1 yr with the option of extending the contract after 12 months
Flat amenities:TV ,CD - DVD - Video,Radio,High-speed Internet with WiFi,Washing Machine ,dryer, Heating, iron and Ironing board,Gas cooker,oven, Electric Kettle,Toaster,Dishwasher,Refrigerator, Microwave e.t.c
The pictures of the flat are hereby attached with this email.
The area: The two bedroom apartment itself is beautifully/highly finished and is fully furnished with TV/Sky, washing machine/tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, kitchen and all household utilities needed day to day. The main Hall leads to 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, Kitchen/Lounge and two storage cupboards. ALL bills are included (TV license, Water, Electricity, Council Tax, internet, Sky TV) so there is no need to worry about any additional expenses or having to pay bills.
The 2bedrooms has a double bed, built in mirrored wardrobe, bed side table, TV Ariel socket. The room is en-suite consisting of toilet, basin and double shower all of which are of high quality.
Arena View is situated on Edward Street next to the NIA. A minute’s walk down the road and you are in Brindley Place where you will find a number of nice restaurants and bars. Broad Street is a 5 minute walk through Brindley Place and New Street station and The Mailbox a 10 minute walk away. This is a perfect location for the city centre worker.
Could you tell me a bit about yourself and where you are presently located now?
Will you be able to take good care of my flat like your own?
Are you capable of funding the rent and refundable deposit before moving in?
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Kind regards,
Michelle and Mark
This person asks for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent (for a property that he does not own) due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer either to him, his lawyer, your friend or a family member.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, this person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union or Moneygram with the promise that they will send the keys through a courier company.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them again.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
