by Michelle
Thu Feb 28, 2013 12:35 pm
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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 a Money Transfer Service 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 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 ! These 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 or other Money Transfer Services 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: Anne J Howells ([email protected])
Sent: 23 February 2013 16:28:32
To: Michelle Banks
Thanks for the response. I am delighted to inform you that my 2 bedrooms flat is still available. Here are the details you need to know about my flat with few attached photographs. The flat is new and it's within a short walking distance to Oxford Train station.
PRICE:
* £ 800 (Per Month)
* Utility (electricity, water, gas, council tax, TV license and wireless Internet)
* 1 Calendar month rent in advance plus £ 400 security deposit (refundable).
*Flat address: Sadler Walk, Oxford OX1 1TX, Oxfordshire . This is conveniently located very close to transport links, Uni and other local amenities.
Fully furnished flat but i can make it unfurnished if preferred -- Wardrobe, chest of drawers, Central heating, entrance with lock & key system.
Fully fitted kitchen, cupboards and fridge/freezer, Microwave,Dish washer, Washing machine, secured parking space. How long do you intend to stay in my flat? Looking forward to hearing from you.
Warm Regards
Anne Howells
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 a Money Transfer Service 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 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 ! These 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 or other Money Transfer Services 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.
