Room for Rent and other rental scams
by Michelle Mon Jun 25, 2012 7:45 am
On Thu, Jun 21, 2012 at 1:19 PM, Daniel Johnson <[email protected]> wrote:
Hello,

Thanks for your response, I am Daniel Johnson the owner of the apartment you are making inquiry of. I used to stay in the apartment until I left on transfer to West Africa for a construction job with Hitech Construction Company, (I'm a construction engineer) and I am happily married.I will be here for a while so presently my apartment is available for rent and all utilities are included, it is furnished and I don't mind pets as long as they are well trained. I want you to note that I am a kind and honest man and also I spent a lot on my property so I will solicit for your absolute maintenance of the place if you are to rent it.
I want you to 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 please tell me more about yourself. We will be Staying in Africa now that is why I have made up my mind to put up our home for rent to whom ever that will take good care of it..Please note that I am personally handling the rental in other to be able to decide who best suits us to rent our place too..

Apartment Address 705 East Republican Street, Seattle WA 98102,USA
RENT FEE: $820 per month (inclusive of bills), Security Deposit $500 (refundable)

Amenities:
Dishwasher, Dryer,Electric Stove
Freezer/Fridge
Microwave
Washer/Dryer
Water/Sewer
Parking
Security Alarm system
Internet
Electricity
Central AC/Heating unit
Room/Storage Area
Walk-In Closets etc..

I want you to provide answers to the application below:

*******FILL THE RENT APPLICATION FORM******
( Private and Confidential )
Full name of Tenant:
Home Phone / Mobile:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
Smoke:
Pets:
Car:
Present Occupation:
Marital Status:
Present Address:
How long at this address:
Rent or own:
Reason for moving:
How many people will be living in the home:
How long are you planning on staying:
Move in Date:

............................
TERMS AND CONDITION:
~The lease is month to month , 1-6 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
~The rent fee has to be paid before move in and subsequent rent fees most be
paid on time

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.

Best Regards
Daniel


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.
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by Michelle Tue Jul 17, 2012 5:18 am
From: Daniel Johnson <[email protected]>
Date: Sat, Jul 14, 2012 at 9:14 AM
Subject: Application Reviewed
To: Michelle Banks


Hello Michelle,

Thanks for your reply with your details I have looked at it and I am very much ok with everything I am willing to give you a chance to rent my place but I will want you to give me your honest and truthful word that you will keep the place in good condition during your period of staying in my apartment as I am not around to monitor it firsthand,You can drive by the address and take a look at the place and the surroundings but I am sure you certainly will be very comfortable living in the area, I will be sending you the keys for my place through mail after we have discussed and come to an agreement so you can then just hold on to it and maybe do any necessary things you may want to do with the place before you are finally ready to move in.When you have moved in I will provide you with the contact of someone you can call in case of any maintenance issues that may come up during your stay in my home.The neighborhood is a very quiet and peaceful one with very friendly neighbors I can guarantee you will enjoy your stay in the environment..

I still have quite a number of people who are willing to get the place also so if you are truly interested in renting the place for yourself I will suggest that you act fast in other not to loose it to other interested applicants..Kindly give me a call on my number (011)-2348127106169 as soon as you can so we can discuss and hopefully come to an agreement and finalize everything..Hope to hear from you soon

Best Regards
Daniel
by zarblax Fri Aug 24, 2012 7:37 pm
Thanks for your post!!! I avoided going any further with this guy. He was so obvious, this place was listed for $3400 and he's trying to rent it for $950. He also changed his email address:

Daniel Johnson [email protected]

5:13 PM (23 hours ago)

to me

Hello,

Thanks for your response, I am Daniel Johnson the owner of the condo you are making inquiry of,I used to stay in the condo until I left on transfer to West Africa for a construction job with Hitech Construction Company, (I'm a construction engineer) and I am happily married.I will be here for a while so presently my condo is available for rent and all utilities are included in the rent fee also it is furnished and I don't mind pets as long as they are well trained. I want you to note that I am a Straight forward,hardworking and honest man and I spent a lot on my property so I will solicit for your absolute maintenance of the condo if you are to rent it if you think you are unable to keep my home in a good condition then please do not respond, please understand that the rent is not my problem but I just want you to keep it tidy at all times,I want a tenant I can trust so I would like you to tell me more about yourself. We will be Staying in Africa now for the duration of my work that is why I have made up my mind to put up our home for rent to whom ever will take good care of it..I a m personally handling the rental in other to be able to decide who best suits us to rent our place too.

Condo Address :745 Bellevue Avenue E #EAST, 105, Seattle WA 98102, USA
RENT FEE: $950 per month (inclusive of bills), Security Deposit $500 (refundable)

Amenities:
Dishwasher, Dryer,Electric Stove
Freezer/Fridge
Microwave
Washer/Dryer
Water/Sewer
Parking
Security Alarm system
Internet
Electricity
Central AC/Heating unit
Rooms/Storage Area
Walk-In Closets etc..

I want you to provide answers to the application below:

*******FILL THE RENT APPLICATION FORM******
( Private and Confidential )
Full name of Tenant:
Home Phone / Mobile:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
Smoke:
Pets:
Car:
Present Occupation:
Marital Status:
Present Address:
How long at this address:
Rent or own:
Reason for moving:
How many people will be living in the home:
How long are you planning on staying:
Move in Date:

............................
TERMS AND CONDITION:
~The lease is month to month , 1-6 month or 1yrs and can be renewed
~It can be rented furnished only
~ You will have to take good care of my home
~Utilities are included in the rent
~Pets Allowed
~The rent fee has to be paid before move in and subsequent rent fees most be
paid on time
~ First and last month rent + Security deposit fee most be completed before new tenant takes possesion of the Dwelling

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.

Best Regards



.... Is there anyone to report him to?
by alisa74 Sat Sep 08, 2012 12:26 pm
Daniel Johnson [email protected]

Hello,

Thanks for your response, I am Daniel Johnson the owner of the apartment you are making inquiry of,I used to stay in the apartment until I left on transfer to West Africa for a construction job with Hitech Construction Company, (I'm a construction engineer) and I am happily married.I will be here for a while so presently my apartment is available for rent and all utilities are included in the rent fee also it is furnished and I don't mind pets as long as they are well trained. I want you to note that I am a Straight forward,hardworking and honest man and I spent a lot on my property so I will solicit for your absolute maintenance of the place if you are to rent it if you think you are unable to keep my home in a good condition then please do not respond, please understand that the rent is not my problem but I just want you to keep it tidy at all times,I want a tenant I can trust so I would like you to tell me more about yourself. We will be Staying in Africa now for the duration of my work that is why I have made up my mind to put up our home for rent to whom ever will take good care of it..I a m personally handling the rental in other to be able to decide who best suits us to rent our place too.

Apartment Address :323 South 2nd Street #8B, Philadelphia PA 19106
RENT FEE: $900 per month (inclusive of bills), Security Deposit $500 (refundable)

Amenities:
Dishwasher, Dryer,Electric Stove
Freezer/Fridge
Microwave
Washer/Dryer
Water/Sewer
Parking
Security Alarm system
Internet
Electricity
Central AC/Heating unit
Rooms/Storage Area
Walk-In Closets etc..

I want you to provide answers to the application below:

*******FILL THE RENT APPLICATION FORM******
( Private and Confidential )
Full name of Tenant:
Home Phone / Mobile:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
Smoke:
Pets:
Car:
Present Occupation:
Marital Status:
Present Address:
How long at this address:
Rent or own:
Reason for moving:
How many people will be living in the home:
How long are you planning on staying:
Move in Date:

............................
TERMS AND CONDITION:
~The lease is month to month , 1-6 month or 1yrs and can be renewed
~It can be rented furnished only
~ You will have to take good care of my home
~Utilities are included in the rent
~Pets Allowed
~The rent fee has to be paid before move in and subsequent rent fees most be
paid on time
~ First and last month rent + Security deposit fee most be completed before new tenant takes possesion of the Dwelling

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.

Best Regards
by philly912 Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:26 am
Email received from Daniel Johnson [email protected]:


Hello,

Thanks for your response, I am Daniel Johnson the owner of the apartment you are making inquiry of,I used to stay in the apartment until I left on transfer to West Africa for a construction job with Hitech Construction Company, (I'm a construction engineer) and I am happily married.I will be here for a while so presently my apartment is available for rent and all utilities are included in the rent fee also it is furnished and I don't mind pets as long as they are well trained. I want you to note that I am a Straight forward,hardworking and honest man and I spent a lot on my property so I will solicit for your absolute maintenance of the place if you are to rent it if you think you are unable to keep my home in a good condition then please do not respond, please understand that the rent is not my problem but I just want you to keep it tidy at all times,I want a tenant I can trust so I would like you to tell me more about yourself. We will be Staying in Africa now for the duration of my work that is why I have made up my mind to put up our home for rent to whom ever will take good care of it..I a m personally handling the rental in other to be able to decide who best suits us to rent our place too.

Apartment Address :323 South 2nd Street #8B, Philadelphia PA 19106
RENT FEE: $900 per month (inclusive of bills), Security Deposit $500 (refundable)

Amenities:
Dishwasher, Dryer,Electric Stove
Freezer/Fridge
Microwave
Washer/Dryer
Water/Sewer
Parking
Security Alarm system
Internet
Electricity
Central AC/Heating unit
Rooms/Storage Area
Walk-In Closets etc..

I want you to provide answers to the application below:

*******FILL THE RENT APPLICATION FORM******
( Private and Confidential )
Full name of Tenant:
Home Phone / Mobile:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
Smoke:
Pets:
Car:
Present Occupation:
Marital Status:
Present Address:
How long at this address:
Rent or own:
Reason for moving:
How many people will be living in the home:
How long are you planning on staying:
Move in Date:

............................
TERMS AND CONDITION:
~The lease is month to month , 1-6 month or 1yrs and can be renewed
~It can be rented furnished only
~ You will have to take good care of my home
~Utilities are included in the rent
~Pets Allowed
~The rent fee has to be paid before move in and subsequent rent fees most be
paid on time
~ First and last month rent + Security deposit fee most be completed before new tenant takes possesion of the Dwelling

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.

Best Regards
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