Fraud in the proces of rent

Irina90
Level 1
Lisbon, Portugal

Fraud in the proces of rent

Hello!  

I'm searching for a flat to rent for long duration in Portugal. I received an e-mail with description and photos of a flat (i don't from from there owner had my e-mail) with note that owner would like to use airbnb to conclude the payment. Here it goes his e-mail. How can I protect myself from a fraud? Thank you!

Irina

 

"Hello,

 Let me explain you the process on Airbnb step by step for a better understanding:

 - I will list the property on Airbnb for € 500 per month with a minimum rental period of 1 month. The rental contract must be made
for at least 1 month - up to 3 years.
 - You will have to pay 2 months deposit ( € 1.000 ) to Airbnb in order to confirm your booking. This 2 months deposit covers ( 1 month
of rent + 1 month security deposit ) . You will receive the security deposit back at the end of the contract .
 - After you will complete the booking online on Airbnb your deposit will be in their secure system. In case there is something that you
do not like, you can have a full refund in the same day, but I assure you that the property is very beautiful and clean;
 - Viewing before booking is not possible since I'm not in Portugal , but once you confirm the booking on Airbnb i'll come in person to
give you the keys and to make the contract .
 I'm able to send you the listing with my property on Airbnb if you're interested to make the booking .
 
Thanks for understanding,
Thomas [Personal information hidden]

2 Replies 2
David126
Level 10
Como, CO

Do not deal with fraudsters

David
Kate157
Level 10
SF, CA

@Irina90, We have had many reports of this exact scam many times on these pages. You will lose your money if you go forward, as these people have nothing whatsoever to do with Airbnb. Never pay any money to anyone off the Airbnb platform.