Rental Scam Blog
Expert guides, real scam examples, and actionable tips to protect yourself from rental fraud.
Is This Craigslist Rental a Scam? 7 Ways to Tell Instantly
Craigslist is the #2 platform for rental fraud. Learn the 7 instant checks you can run on any Craigslist listing before responding.
Facebook Marketplace Rental Scams in 2026: What You Need to Know
50% of rental scams now start on Facebook Marketplace. Here is how scammers exploit social trust and how to protect yourself.
How to Verify a Landlord Is Real Before Paying (Step-by-Step)
A complete guide to verifying any landlord or property manager is legitimate using free public records, Google, and county databases.
Rental Deposit Scams: How Scammers Steal Your Money Before You Move In
The most common way renters lose money. Learn how deposit scams work and the only safe ways to pay a rental deposit.
12 Signs of a Fake Rental Listing (With Real Examples)
How to spot a fake rental listing in under 60 seconds. Real examples of scam listings with annotations showing every red flag.
I Got Scammed Renting an Apartment — Here's Exactly What to Do
Step-by-step recovery guide if you have already lost money to a rental scam. How to report it, get your money back, and protect your identity.
Are Zillow Rentals Safe? How Scammers Exploit Zillow Listings
Zillow is not immune to rental fraud. Learn how scammers create fake Zillow listings and the verification steps Zillow does not do for you.
Rental Scam Emails: 8 Real Examples You Need to See
We collected real scam emails from victims. See the exact language scammers use and learn to recognize it instantly.
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