07/24/2026
Rental scams are becoming more sophisticated—and unfortunately, some victims are losing thousands of dollars by signing fictitious leases and sending rent payments to scammers who are not the home owners.
When you’re dealing with a rental property manager in British Columbia, we always verify that the landlord is the homeowner by conducting a title search. And you can verify that a property manager is legit, by searching for them on the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA) website:
https://www.bcfsa.ca/public-protection/verify-licence
Have you ever encountered a rental scam or seen one attempted? Share your experience or your best tip in the comments to help others stay safe.