SCAM ALERT! Facebook Marketplace Property Showing Fees: Don't Get Duped!
Hi everyone! Let’s talk about what I’m calling the Facebook Marketplace Scam. Read till the end to help keep your hard-earned cash safe. The Facebook Marketplace is one of the best places to go to find apartments and houses, but watch out for sneaky scammers! They're using fake listings and absurd "showing fees" to trick folks out of their money. Let's unmask this scam and keep you secure!
Fake Homes, Real Trouble:
These crooks cook up dream listings with amazing pics and descriptions. But here's the twist: they don't own the properties! They just steal info and pics from websites like Zillow and apartments.com to reel you in. Don't be fooled by their fancy words!
The Fee Trap:
So you're interested in a place? The scammer hits you with a "showing fee" just to see it. Hold up! Legit realtors never charge for showings. This is a major red flag! They're just trying to steal your money and disappear.
The Scam Breakdown:
Fake Listings: They create listings that look too good to be true (because they are!)
Impersonation: They pretend to be the owner or realtor to seem legit.
Fee Trap: They ask for a fee to "schedule a showing" that doesn't exist.
Stay Safe:
Double Check: Contact the real owner or realtor. Don't trust the info in the listing!
No Fee Showings: Remember, real professionals don't charge for showings. Walk away if they ask for money.
Spread the Word, Protect Yourself:
Knowledge is power! Share this information with everyone you know so they don't fall victim. If you see a suspicious listing, report it to Facebook! Together, we can shut down these scammers and keep the Marketplace a safe space for everyone.
Remember: Your hard-earned cash is precious. Don't let these scammers trick you! Be informed, ask questions, and report suspicious activity. Let's keep the online world a safer place, one step at a time!
A Real Life Scenario | Click to watch video now
Join Sacha as she interviews another Top Miami realtor, Linsayd Avila, as they shed light on the alarming rise of scammers charging unsuspecting individuals to schedule property showings. This deceptive practice, coupled with the misrepresentation of properties on social media, has become a growing concern. It's time to arm yourself with knowledge and protect your hard-earned money!