Scam alert! How can I make sure a listing is real?

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Scam alert! How can I make sure a listing is real?

This will be my first time using Airbnb so I'm a bit weary about listings being fake.

 

What can I do to make sure a listing is real and not a scam?

 

What should I be looking out for?

 

Thanks

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Cynthia-and-Chris1
Level 10
Vancouver, WA

Welcome to Airbnb!

 

Here are a few things you can do to make sure the listing is real:

 

(1) Look at the reviews and make sure they seem to talk about the same place you are booking

(2) If the listing says anything about contacting the host outside of Airbnb before booking, DO NOT - this is a well-known scam.

(3) Look at the listing - if it seems "too good to be true" (aka luxurious penthouse for a super low rate) it probably is!

 

You can also post the link here and we can weigh in on our thoughts.

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Did you ever find out if this was real? I am looking at a property that has similar writing in the link.

https://www.airbnb.nl.find-property-9382927349.store/reserve/PL854126 

 

Hi, could someone please check if this is legit or not? I have a feeling that it may not be and I just really want confirmation. Thanks 

@Stanzy0  That is not an Airbnb URL.

@Stanzy0  SCAM. Not an Airbnb URL.

Hi, I'd be grateful if you could let me know if this looks legitimate?

 

https://www.airbnb.co.uk/trips/v1/9fd4cef3-a448-4d36-a053-1b86017a4f5e/ro/RESERVATION2_CHECKIN/HMFJA...

@Holly513 that's a link to your reservation, not to an Airbnb property. No one else can see the details. Go to the actual listing you booked and copy the URL. 

@Holly513 looks ok to me. Airbnb hold the money until after you check in so you should be alright but it is always a risk booking with a new host who has zero reviews. I suggest you message the host and see if any of their answers are dodgy.

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/51254644 Could I get someone's opinion on this property? I'm a little unsure because of the pictures not showing much of the place.

Napua0
Level 1
Lawton, OK

Could I please get someone’s thoughts on this property. It seems to good to be true. 

 


https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/51331150?check_in=2022-01-14&check_out=2022-01-22&guests=1&adults=6&s=6...

 

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 is there anyone know this invoice is real or fake ? 

@Huong167 

 

Invoice is fake, and a scam.

 

 

Can anyone help me check if the link is real 

https://alrbnb-com.rooms-123130523.com/676f/charming-spacious-apartment-in-edinburgh-eh12-5al/422e47... 

host have 10 review and superhost badge but she just disappeared 

Thanks 

@Huong167  That is not an Airbnb URL.

@Sarah977 exactly. reported him. very likely fraudulent add