From: Walcott Alexander < [email protected] >
Subject: flat details
To: Michelle
Date: Thursday, August 19, 2010,
Hello,
Thanks for your Interest In my flat,the flat is just a one bedroom flat self contain on is own not sharing with anybody and all bills are included as well here are some details of the flat stated below,kindly get back to me asap as there are so many Interested candidate that also like to secure it but I will be dealing with first come first serve.
Post Code:EH3 9JS
Street:Brougham
Term: Rental
Rent pw: £90
Rent pcm: £360
Deposit: £600
Type: Flat
Bed: 1
Bath: 1
Floor Level: Ground
Status: Available
This spacious one bedroom, rich in natural light is available immediately.
this flat is very well connected being only a few minutes walk away from all major bus routes.
The room is well-furnished with a nice bed, wardrobe and study desk. Period features include an attractive fireplace, cornicing and a large window overlooking the peaceful, verdant shared garden to the rear of the building.
The reception room has a large and brightly lit lounge, well-fitted kitchen with all usual appliances and utensils including fridge-freezer and washing machine and Bath. Wireless internet is also available throughout the flat with landline in the living room.
Regards
Walcott Alexander
From: Walcott Alexander < [email protected] >
Subject: Get back to me asap
To: Michelle
Date: Thursday, August 19, 2010,
Hi Michelle,
Thanks so much for the great interest you are having in my flat I am
very delighted.I want you to know that there are several other
interested candidates who love to secure the flat,but an arrangement
can be made If you can make a month rent and security deposit as I am
not sure if the flat will still be available until you arrive,so i
will like to have your full name,full address,and your contact phone
so I can forward It to my lawyer to prepared you contract tenancy
agreement form.hope to read back from you asap.for any further
Information you can reach me on my mobile:+447035904610
Regards
Walcott Alexander
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.
