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Fake rental listings

Copied property photos and low prices attract deposits from renters, although the recipient cannot rent out the home.

Fake owners and property deposits

A fake owner offers discounted property for a quick sale, misleading buyers and agents into paying a deposit.

Home improvement and repair scams

An unfamiliar contractor offers a discount or urgent repair, then disappears with an advance payment or keeps adding charges.

Timeshare resale and exit scams

A broker claims to have a buyer or an exit solution, collecting fees while the promised resale or release never happens.

Fake vehicle sales

A cheap vehicle listing uses fake platform escrow paperwork, blocks inspections and demands payment plus shipping fees.

Franchise and business opportunity scams

A franchise or business opportunity promises easy profits and quick returns, then keeps charging for training, equipment or agency rights.

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