Часто задаваемые вопросы
О Rental Scam
1 What is Rental Scam?
Fake rental listings stealing deposits.
2 How does Rental Scam work?
Scammer posts listing for property they dont own at below-market price Pressures quick deposit before you can see property in person Takes deposit and disappears, or same property rented to multiple victims
3 How can I protect myself from Rental Scam?
Always see property in person before paying Verify ownership records Use official rental platforms Never wire deposits
4 What should I do if I'm a victim of Rental Scam?
If you've been targeted by Rental Scam, stop all communication with the scammer immediately. Document all evidence including messages, transactions, and contact information. Report to local police and file a complaint with the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Contact your bank if any financial information was compromised.
5 How do I report Rental Scam?
Report Rental Scam to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ftc.gov/complaint, your local police department, and any platforms where the scam occurred. For internet-based scams, also report to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov.