It’s happening AGAIN….renters are contacting me regarding a rental home they found online asking almost HALF of what the true market value is. Since these homes are never listed in the MLS I’m not sure how my phone number is tied to these homes for rent, maybe it’s listed on the frame of the site and not with the actual ad, in any event, somehow they contact me and start asking:
Is the property at XYZ Lane still for rent?
When can I see it?
When can I move in?
Will you take first and security?
Will you allow pets?
Unfortunately I’m never asked WHY IS THIS PROPERTY LISTED SO LOW? It appears some of these potential targets are so blinded by the price that it doesn’t cross their mind that they might be getting scammed.
Yes, I said “TARGETS” because after doing a little investigating on these homes for rent I find out every time that it’s another rental scam.
Renters need to beware! There are a ton of rental scams across the web and this is why hiring a professional real estate agent to assist you with your rental search is highly recommended.
Here’s one of the latest rental scams sweeping across America: LATEST RENTAL SCAM BLAZING THROUGH THE SOUTHLAND – BEWARE!
Attention Renters if the rental price is too good to be true IT IS.