Military members warned about fake rental listings scam
Scammers use fake listings or photos from real listings and other deceptive tactics to trick service members into renting properties that don’t exist or aren’t available.
Members of the military are being warned of a scam that targets them with fake real estate listings. The warning was issued this week by the Federal Trade Commission and says the scam often involves various tactics designed to trick military members into renting properties that don’t exist or are not for rent.