This is a topic that keeps coming up online, especially during this challenging economy. We’ve only been running the blog here for a few months and already have more than a few stories posted about it. But did you know the FTC was also working on preventing rental scams?
Consumers in search of an apartment or house to rent often rely on online rental listings in order to find the right place, especially if they’re looking in another city or state.
Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage. Some make up phony listings, and try to lure renters with the promise of extra-low rent. They ask potential renters to send money before they see the apartment or sign a lease.
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And they want to help! They have sent up this page to do just that.
There they provide some common sense tips to help you avoid being scammed by some would be property management company that might want you to give them money before the lease is signed or claim they are out of the country.
Always remember; If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is. Especially on the internet.
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