Description

I was on Craigslist looking for an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) to rent. This location popped up and it seemed ideal. The supposed homeowner sent me a link to a website for credit and background check, noting I must use the provided URL as it was associated with their property and wouldn't accept scores from other sites. I sent them a screenshot of my score but they insisted they needed all three and I must pay the $29.95, that it would be refundable. They then insisted a processing fee of $93.00 be paid in advance of seeing the property and wanted me to pay through Chime. I said I wouldn't pay before seeing the property. They started insisting there were a lot of people looking at the property and paying was the only way to hold it for me. I offered to come over right away to see it and take my chances. When I said I can be there in 20 minutes I was told if I complete the processing fee, then they would meet me. I ended the conversation.