From: [email protected]
Date: December 02, 2014 7:39:31 AM
To: Michelle Banks
Subject: RE: Clean Two Bedroom Multi-Level Duplex - Fresh Paint And Floors
Hello,
How's your day going? The apartment is here still to rent. We thought we had the place leased to a couple that we gave a tour to today, but now it seems that they're no longer interested, so we need to rent it as soon as possible. You were the second one to show interest about it.
I bet you will want to do a personal showing of the property, but my husband doesn't want me to advertise the address for safety reasons. Last time we did that without verifying people, the empty property was broken into and vandalized. As you can imagine, we want to avoid that! You will be responsible for cable, internet, and phone, if you decide to have these services. Just to confirm, we DO allow pets at this property. The rental term is 12 month lease, but can be switched into a 6-month term if preferred. We require one month notice before moving out, as a courtesy.
If you would like to set up an appointment, go to the link below and request a copy of your score. We recommend this site because all of our tenants used it and never had any problems. All you need to do is fill out the form and you get your score We are not concerned with any negative marks, it's more of a formality to have it on file, to make sure there are no previous property related issues. You can get your free credit score at CLICK HERE
We only need to see the page regarding rental history That will be all you will need to bring with you to the showing. We typically waive the security deposit with a score of 550+.
Once you let me know that you have your credit history ready, then I'll personally schedule a walk through of the place. Once you see it, you'll fall in love!
Thanks again,
Jen Gilmore
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.
