Hi I’ve been looking for a place to rent and I found one but I don’t know weather it’s a scam or not this is what I’d have to to rent the place
Let me explain the procedure. In order to view the flat, you have to submit through Airbnb first 2 months' rent and security deposit. You have to pay directly to them, not to me. Only after your deposit is registered in their escrow bank account in max 48 hours an agent from Airbnb will contact you to establish a meeting place with the keys and the documents. You have 2 days to inspect the flat and make a decision, If you don't like the flat, you will receive all your money back from Airbnb in 24 hours. If you like the flat then you will sign the contract, they will release the payment to me and you will be able to move in the next 24 hours or at your convenience.
The agent will arrange the visit and if you decide to rent the flat, you must sign the contract of rent during the period wanted by you (we will make a fixed rent contract regarding British law between us).
For the first 2 months you will have nothing else to pay, because once you decide to move in the flat, Airbnb will transfer the money to my bank account. Starting the 3rd month, you will pay the monthly rent in my personal account.
I'm pretty sure that you will love the flat, but if not, you still have the option to cancel and get your money back from the Airbnb Guests Protection, immediately.
In this way, both are safe.
In order to reserve the flat, I need the complete name of the future tenant, telephone number and a copy of ID or passport. After that I will list the flat on Airbnb and I will send you the link so you can book it.
P.S. Please bear in mind that this is a payment authorization and not a payment, which means, you will not pay for anything at this stage. Your proof deposit is for their insurance because their biggest concern is that they need to be sure you are really interested in renting the place and to show that you are ready, willing, and able to pay for the rent.
