by Michelle
Thu Jun 07, 2012 5:04 am
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The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money 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 Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union 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: Yildiz Karim <[email protected]>
>To: Michelle Banks
>Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2012 3:21 AM
>Subject: Re: Timberlake condo
>
>
>Hello,
>Thanks for your response, I am Yildiz Karim the owner of the flat you
>are making inquiry of. I used to stay in the flat not until i left for
>Germany for a construction job (I'm a construction engineer) I will be
>in Germany for few years so presently my flat is much available for rent
> and all utilities included, it is furnished and i don't mind "PETS".
>Hope you understand that it is not the rent that is my problem but i
>want you to keep it tidy at all times, hope we have an understanding. I
>want a tenant i can trust so i will ask for you to tell me more about
>yourself. Also how long do you intend to stay?
>
>
>Flat Address :2440 Larkspur Lane, Sacramento CA 95825
>
>RENT FEE: $560per month, Security Deposit $500 (refundable)
>
>
>
>
>Amenities:
>Amenities:
>Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Stove, Freezer/Deep Freeze, Fridge,
>Microwave, Washer, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Water/Sewer
>Parking:
>Automatic Garage
>Security Alarm/Door
>Interior:
>Free Internet
>Fireplace (wood burning)
>Hardwood
>Storage Area/Room
>Walk-In Closets
>I want you to provide answers to the application below:
>
>
>*******FILL THE RENT APPLICATION FORM******
>
>
>( Private and Confidential )
>Date:
>Full name of Tenant:
>Home Phone:
>Date of Birth:
>Sex :
>Occupation
>Marital Status?
>Present Address:
>How long at this address?
>Rent?
>How Many Month Rent Are You Willing To Pay
>Reason for moving?Present Occupation:
>How many people will be living in the home?
>Move in Date?
>..............................
>........................................................................................
>TERMS AND CONDITION:
>~The lease is month to month , 6 month or 1yrs and can be renewed
>~It can be rented furnished or unfurnished
>~ You will have to take good care of my home
>~Utilities are included in the rent
>~Pets Allowed
>Please feel free to ask any questions you do not understand and i will
>be looking forward to receive your email as soon as possible.
>Thanks
>
>Yildiz
The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money 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 Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union 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.
