Apartment Classifieds: Warnings & Best Practices
Warnings & Best Practices
The police department has confirmed a number of complaints regarding a scam that targets students and landlords via email to rent property. Please be cautious of potential renters and sublessees who express a desire to rent your property sight-unseen. NEVER issue refunds for over-payment on security deposits, first month's rent, or utilities until you are certain the check you received has cleared (international checks take longer than domestic). If you suspect Internet fraud, contact the police department. For more information on this and other types of Internet fraud, please visit http://www.firstgov.gov