by Michelle
Sun May 12, 2013 7:47 am
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This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
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.
All the details such as names, addresses, pictures etc. that the scammer uses in order to back up his story, are stolen from elsewhere.
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.
Leanna Williams <[email protected]>
to Michelle Banks
Thanks for your mail and for your response to my advert ,There is no
problem in reserve my unit for you.
This super double bedroom flat offers spacious and well presented
living accommodation and boasts a wonderful location on a quiet
residential street just in South College Street, Aberdeen, Ab11 6LA,
Aberdeenshire
Situated in an attractive building, the flat comprises well appointed
reception room with feature fireplace and striking bay window, light
and airy kitchen, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and bathroom .
Kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven & 4 gas hobs, extractor
fan, microwave, fridge, freezer,coffee maker, kettle, toaster, and
numerous utensils, cutlery, & crockery.
Master bathroom is furnished with a washing machine & dryer,
dishwasher, sink, window, cupboards, extra chairs for the terrace, &
drying racks for clothes.
The apartment comprises of double bedroom and with a kitchen and living hall
Apartment Address: South College Street, Aberdeen, Ab11 6LA, Aberdeenshire.
Rent is very reasonable at only £440 monthly
Including Utility bills and £500 refundable security deposit for the
apartment. Let me know if you are interested Asap so that i can book
your reservation and seal the contract with you.
Looking forward to read from you asap
Cheers.
Leanna Williams <[email protected]>
to Michelle Banks
Hello,
I quite appreciate your gesture and keen interest the flat .
You will find the lease tenancy agreement contract duly prepared by my
lawyer and so i want you to go through it carefully and then you'll
get to study the terms and condition of living in my apartment.
If everything is okay with you, get back with sign copy of the
contract by you asap because we'll need to move on with the second
phase of the documentation and also how you're going to make the
initial payment so that i'll be positive and sure about your rent.
Here is my Account details:
Bank Name: Barclay's bank.
Account Name: Williams Associate
Sort Code: 2096xx.
Account Number: 230895xx
Amount: 940 Pounds
Hope to read from you soon
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
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.
All the details such as names, addresses, pictures etc. that the scammer uses in order to back up his story, are stolen from elsewhere.
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.
