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Avoiding Craigslist Scams
Despite the warnings that are prevalent around the country, potential renters, property owners and managers continue to be scammed by Craigslist. These scams have evolved as the criminals have become more devious. Today, both renters and property managers are the frequent victims of these scams. Scammers browse management company rental listings and simply copy the information listed, but offer the property several hundred dollars cheaper. Once they receive a deposit from the victim to hold the rental, they are never heard from again.
Another ploy is to contact the management company directly, with the scammer showing interest in renting a property you listed on line. After agreeing to rent the property, they “accidently” send too much money, and request the overpaid amount be refunded to them in the form of a cashier’s check or money order. Of course, the individual never intended to rent the property to begin with, and the deposit they sent is fraudulent as well.
By Mary Girsch-Bock
Carnahan Property Management services Woodland Hills,West Hills, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Reseda, Topanga, Encino, Northridge, Van Nuys,North Hills,Chatsworth, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, North Hollywood, West Hollywood, San Fernando, Granada Hills, Mission Hills, Simi Valley, West Lake Village, Agoura,Toluca Lake, Valley Village, Burbank
