by Michelle
Tue Sep 25, 2012 3:58 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.
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Country of Origin: Nigeria
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From: [email protected]
To: Michelle Banks
Subject: RE: Marriott Aruba Surf Club - ID#110485
Date:
Hello Michelle Banks,
Thank you for your interest in my timeshare. Those dates (4/11- 4/18) are still available for rent on my reservation calender. The unit has 2 bedrooms/2 bath and sleeps 6 comfortably. The unit is fully furnished for your every need during your holiday.
I charge $1200/per week inclusive of (Cleaning, utilities, tax and vat), plus a $500 refundable damage deposit (which is refunded after a walk through and there are no damages incurred in the unit). Please get back at your earliest convenience if you will like to lock-in your dates with me so I can guide you on how my reservation works.
Regards,
Scott.
From: [email protected]
To: Michelle Banks
Subject: RE: Marriott Aruba Surf Club - ID#110485
Date:
Hello Michelle Banks,
Glad to hear that you are ready to proceed. Herewith are my reservation procedures;
*To lock-in your dates with me, I require you to fill my agreement & booking form of which I will send to you upon your request for it. I also require you make the total rent payable plus the refundable damage desposit.
*As soon as your payment is confirmed in the paypal by my property accountant, your reservation request will be sent to the Marriott, this will be processed and will take a few working days. As soon as this is completed, a rental certificate will be sent to you from the Marriott which will contain all your reservation details and you can confirm your reservation accordingly from the resort.
Your prompt response would be appreciated.
Best Regards,
Scott.
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.
