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DON’T FALL VICTIM TO RENTAL SCAMS

Rental scams have struck lately, and reporter Joshua King will present some tips on how to spot and avoid these scams…

You want to rent a new property but are wary of being scammed. Here are 7 red flags to look for in a rental scam.

Number 1: They do not want to meet you in person.

Number 2: They want you to move in immediately, without viewing the property.

Number 3: They ask for rent or a security deposit before signing a lease.

Number 4: The price is too good, meaning the price doesn’t match the market value of similar properties.

Number 5: The listing has typos, poor grammar, and lack of punctuation.

Number 6: There is no screening process, meaning no credit check or application.

Number 7: They want you to sign an incomplete lease.

If you feel that a listing may be a scam, request to meet the landlord or see the property in person. If you believe you are a victim of a scam, contact local authorities.

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