by Con Warner
Wed Apr 25, 2012 5:09 pm
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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.
From: Robert Moore <[email protected]>
To: Con Warner
Sent: Wednesday, 25 April 2012, 11:11
Subject: Flat details with pictures on studentbunk
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: Morpeth Road Victoria Park London
Post Code: E9 7LD
Rent: £440 per month,all bills included for a room
Rent: £880 per month whole flat
Security deposit:£500 refundable after end of contract.
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: Desirably situated in the heart of Victoria Park village with the green open spaces of the park close by and moments from the Olympic Park, this naturally light two bedroom flat with a garden offers attractive living space set over second floor.
The property also comprises reception room/kitchen with ample dining area, first floor reception room, master bedroom, second bedroom, shower room and a sleek bathroom.
Morpeth Road is situated within a short distance to a diverse array of amenities of Bethnal Green and Roman Road.
The nearest stations are Bethnal Green (Central Line) and Cambridge Heath stations (London Overground).
For motorists there is rapid access to the A12 and A13 road links for routes into the City and Docklands and out of London to the East.
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 both rent and security deposit before moving in?
Kind regards,
Robert.
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.
