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  by rlpeterson
 
They are also scamming the Portland, OR rental market. Here is a copy of the email. They used a different email this time. Also, they texted me from 347-509-5815 ... total scam. Unfortunately answered questions, but didn't send any further info or money. They used Zumper to post the ad:

https://www.zumper.com/apartments-for-r ... ortland-or
7409 North Ivanhoe Street, Portland, OR 97212

Zillow listing shows its renting for way above what they are asking for too. Seem very fake.
http://www.zillow.com/homedetails/7409- ... 7472_zpid/


On Jan 23, 2017 8:00 AM, "Reverend Hunter" <[email protected]> wrote:

> Hello Applicant,
>
> We are pleased that you have an interest in our house, our lovely home is
> still available for lease and we want responsible adults/family that are
> neat and also believe that you have what it takes to take care of our house
> as if it were Yours. The main reason our house is up for lease is because I
> got transferred from my place of work here in Brooklyn NY, on a Missionary
> Work, to serve God and humanity. I work with First General Baptist Church
> here in Brooklyn NY. I initially had it up for sale but later had a change
> of mind after we thought it unwise to sell out this property in a perfect
> neighborhood as this one. Due to my urgent transfer we could not remove the
> for sale sign, and leaving the house empty is not a good idea for us so we
> allowed our Church members stay pending our return from Brooklyn NY after
> all we did for them not asking for any monthly rent, they turn me and my
> family down and did not keep to their promise. I and my family don't think
> we will be coming back to occupy my house. We will be very pleased if we
> can find the right potential tenant to rent our home, a person who is a
> clean & responsible and does not tolerate anything that has to do with
> dirt. we also would like to know more about you and your family, your
> renting experience and how long and when you plan moving into our home.
>
> The rent includes all utilities and close to all amenities. INCLUDED IN
> THE RENT: Cable , Kitchen completely equipped, Kettle - Toaster -
> Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Dryer - Heat - Water - Washing
> Machine and Electric.
>
> RENTAL APPLICATION FORM
>
> Name (First name/ Middle name/Surname ) : __________?
> Phone numbers (home,cell and office line) # :__________?
> Present Address :__________?
> Marital Status:__________? Date's of Birth : ___________?
> Will you have pets :__________?
> Preferred move in date and how long do you intend to stay in the house
> :__________?
> Do you agree to pay the payment before you move in:__________?
> How much do you have at hand right now if you are asked to secure the
> property today:__________?
> Length of previous tenancy :__________?
> Present occupation :__________? How long :_______________? Employer's
> address :____________?
> Do you smoke or drink :__________?
> Attach a photo of you :____________?
> Email : _____________?
> References : ___________?
> How much do you have at hand now out the deposit to get the keys :
> ______________?
> Can we trust you and our house safe keeping in your hand : _____________?
> This is an easy way for me to screen applicants based on previous rental
> history and employment information. If you have a felony or bad tenant
> history, I'm flexible and I'll work with you.
>
>
> PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
> House Address :(7409 N Ivanhoe St,Portland, OR 97203)
> Number of Bedrooms: 2
> Number of Bathroom: 1
> Rent: $1000
> Refundable security Deposit: $700
>
> Please feel free to ask any questions you do not understand and i will be
> looking forward to receive your email as soon as possible. As i am not
> around to show the inside, you can go check out the house and the
> neighborhood from the outside and get back to me if you really like it for
> more information. . Please respond ASAP. I hope to read from you with more
> information. Thanks for the time and energy writing me, My regards to your
> family....You can reach me at (347) 509-5815
>
>
> Sincerely
> Mr. Hunter & Family
>