Room for Rent and other rental scams
by Con Warner Wed Nov 20, 2013 1:14 pm
Tom Benson <[email protected]> Sun, Nov 17, 2013 at 11:11
Reply-To: Tom Benson <[email protected]>
To: Con Warner

Hello ...

Thanks very much for contacting me, the Apartment is situated in 1140 5th Avenue #4C,
New York NY 10128, and it is available on desired dates , September 4th 2014 to
September 9th 2014. 5 Night and the rent for your stay is $450 ($90 @night), You'll
need to Quickly Book down the Apartment for your dates because someone else is
begging for a Similar date.... To secure the Apartment 50% of the rental fee will be
required ($225) plus a fixed refundable damage deposit of $300, so all you need pay to
book down the Apartment for your dates $525.

I'd love to know where exactly you'll be coming from?
Are you coming with Pets?
I have attached more pictures of the place with this message, hope you like them?
Apartment is approximately, Apartment, Amenities for this Apartment includes
telephone.air-conditioning,central heating,linens provided.Alarm-Clock^air-Dryer.Local-
activJties-Guide,Local-Maps,Paper-Towels,Restaurant-Dining-Guide,Soaps-Basic,Toilet-
Paper.towels provided, coffee maker,toaster,iron&board,Blender,This charming pre-war
home has a private elevator landing and is located on one of the most beautiful blocks
in Carnegie Hill, just steps from Central Park. The apartment features high beamed
ceilings, original moldings and details, herringbone floors, French doors and a marble
foyer. South and East exposures ensure plenty of light. The living room with decorative
fireplace has window seats and a large picture window looking into tree tops and an
oblique view of the Park. Designed by renowned builder Fred French in 1921 the
apartment includes a formal dining room, a
master bedroom with picture window, a second bedroom and two full baths....
Everything is Professionally Cleaned and prepared, there's a 24 hours doorman.
Apartment is located in good locality, that's a walking distance away from the Shops and
Restaurants.
However, there's an Airport Complimentary Pick up for you from the airport with my 2008
Honda Iv-tec, so Til need your flight details, It's free for my Customers.
Get back to me if you are satisfied with the Apartment.so I can send you a Booking
Agreement Form/ Payment method, you will fill the Agreement form and make Payment
to get the Apartment secured, and I'd advise you make booking on time before someone
else does.
Stay: December 2011
I recently stayed here and found the space to be perfect for my four-day business
excursion. The Apartment was arranged beautifully with enough space to entertain
guests, a great patio area, nice bedroom and even a moderately stocked fridge (a
bonus). The roomer were immaculate and the owners were wonderful—pleasant and
accommodating. A fan of the Manhattan NY, this rental goes to the top of my list of
places to stay when traveling to Upper east side. Highly recommended
Many Thanks
Tom Benson


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.

Email: [email protected]

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