Rental Scammer - [email protected]

*sigh* a little disappointed to find out this is a scammer too when I am just trying to find a decent place for my family to live.

This was the response I received from looking at a 3 bedroom duplex in Madison--the email info:
Bishop Homes
[email protected]

Thanks [name] for your time and response to our advert. Please it is importunate you read this carefully! Our available house is a lovely one for rent in Madison WI 53704 You can drive by to view it from the outside at 1120 Artisan Drive, Madison WI 53704. If you know you're not serious about renting please don't bother replying, don't waste your time and mine.

We are looking for a God fearing and a neat family that can occupy it as you can see our home is more decent and well kept. Please note that your rent starts counting from move in date so we want you to be sincere to us and always remember to pay your rent when it is due. I am Bishop John Davenport and First lady Lisa Davenport happens to be my wife. Due to my quick missionary movement as a parish Bishop, my family and I had to leave the house that was posted on Craigslist at Madison to give it out for rent and now we are in Africa to spread the word of God and also to build a new parish where people can worship. We're currently in west Africa reaching out to the underprivileged ones here, it has become our lifestyle to see people happy. You can reach me through this number+2348098612342 be sure to dial internationally.

We have been finding it difficult to rent it due to the fact that we won't be able to see the tenant in person until we come for check up, but we pray about it and belief in our heart to find someone with a good heart and good intention. You should count yourself lucky to meet with this offer, because we decided to offer a price below standard of $800 per month (rent already include utilities) in order to make it affordable. An agent was to handle this for us at a high price, but due to the fact we are not originally from the area and also because of commission issues, we decided it is best to handle it ourselves and we would appreciate anyone who understands our situation and will be willing to work with us. Note: We did not authorized any agent for our property anymore. The keys are with us but we have no problems as far as getting it to whoever we feel is potential to rent the house. Please understand my situation and consider me. I am married with four(4) kids Am-only trying to help someone here and in return i hope the person takes care of my property.

Property Basics;
Bedroom: 3
Bathroom: 2.
Sq footage: 2000
Rent: $800
Security deposit: $500
Pets Allowed (hopefully trained ones)
Lease Term: 2 months or More.

PARKING: Attached Garage

LAUNDRY: Washer And Dryer In Unit

Units Features Are

AMENITIES Includes:
Garbage Disposal
Air Conditioning
Ceiling Fan
Fireplace
Cable Ready
Vaulted Ceiling
Carpeting

KITCHEN includes:
Refrigerator
Dishwasher

OUTDOOR
Yard

Please, if you are ready now to occupy the house kindly provide the information below for your paper work and i will be happy to give you a call, because it is best we speak over the phone. And all utilities have been taken care off.

LEASE APPLICATION FORM

FULL CONTACT NAME?
OCCUPATION?
RESIDENTIAL HOME ADDRESS?
YOUR CELLPHONE
NUMBER?
YOUR HOME PHONE NUMBER?
YOUR WORKPLACE NUMBER?
BEST TIME TO REACH YOU?
AGE & MARITAL STATUS?
OWN A PET?
OWN A CAR?
HOW MANY PEOPLE SHALL RESIDE IN THE PREMISES?
HOW LONG DO YOU INTEND TO RENT?
ANTICIPATED MOVE IN DATE?
HOW SOON CAN YOU MAKE THE PAYMENT?
REFERENCE?
FAMILY PICTURES IF ANY?


Best of regards,
Bishop John Davenport