by Michelle
Tue Jun 29, 2010 3:03 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 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.
From: [email protected]
To: Michelle
Subject: RE: Reply to your ad: This fantastic 2 bedroom apartment,Sheffield
Date: Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:44:26 +0000
Thank you for the most eloquent response to my listing, I'm the owner
of the apartment you are making inquiry of. Actually i resided in the
apartment with my family, before and presently we had packed due to my
transfer from my church where i work for and now situated in the (WEST
AFRICA,NIGERIA) and presently my apartment is still available for rent
and I'm not willing to sale my apartment anymore. It include the
utilities like hydro, washer and security, I have my furniture in the
store if you which to move in with your furnished items, no problem.
Please i want you to note that I'm a kind and honest man and also i
spent a lot on my property that i want to give you for rent, i will
want you to take absolute care of my apartment and I want you to treat
it as your own, money is not the most important thing but i want you
to keep it tidy all the time so that i will be glad to see it neat
when i come for a check up.
PROPERTY FEATURES
Rental : 300
Heating features: Central, Electric Source
Status: Active & Available Now
Smoking: Allowed
Lease terms: Short & Long term
RENTAL APPLICATION FORM
1)Your Full Name_________________________ ____________
2)Present Address(where you reside now) & Phone ________________________ _______
3)How old are you___________________________ __
4)Are you married _ _____________________________ _____
5)Occupation __ _________________________
6)Current rent payment ____ __________________________ ___________
7)Reason for moving out?_______ _________
8)How many people will be living in the apartment ____________ _________________
9)The rent fee available now __ ____________________________ ___________
10)How long are you willing to stay _______ ____________________-
11)When do you intend to move in ___
12)Do you have a pet ______________________________
_______
13)Do you smoke
Awaiting your reply soon. May you and your family continue to be blessed
Yours Sincerely.
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.
