09/06/2026
“If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.”
And that DEFINITELY applies to those amazing rental homes you’re seeing on TikTok and Facebook.
Here’s how the scam works: Someone grabs photos from a real home listing, posts the house as a rental for a price that seems like an incredible deal, and then tells you there’s a lot of interest.
But don’t worry… they’ll hold it for you. You just need to send a deposit first.
🚩 STOP RIGHT THERE.
Before you send anyone money, verify who actually owns the property. Never pay a deposit just to see a home, and be especially careful if they won’t meet you at the property or keep making excuses about why they can’t show it.
And if you see a rental that looks suspicious, send it to me. I’m happy to help you check whether the property is legitimate.
Because losing a great rental is disappointing.
Losing $2,000 to a scammer is a whole lot worse.
CLo Moves You 🏡
Christine Lopez | RE/MAX Alliance