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FTC Alert: Military Move? Avoid These Costly Rental Scams Before You Sign!

Military families move frequently, often every two to three years, which means finding a new home can become a regular occurrence. But in the midst of packing and planning for a new duty station, the last thing you want is to fall victim to a rental scam. Scammers are getting smarter, and they know just how to target military families in transition. In this video, we’ll break down the most common rental scams, how to spot them, and, most importantly, how to avoid them.

Scammers often steal legitimate rental listings, pretending to be landlords to trick you out of your hard-earned money. Sometimes, they create fake listings altogether, offering properties that don't even exist. They lure you in with promises of quick keys and a smooth move, but once they get your application fee or deposit, they disappear, leaving you with no money and no place to call home.

Learn how to verify rental listings by searching online for the property's address along with the supposed owner's name. Discrepancies between listings are often a red flag that something isn’t right.

It’s also crucial to check if the rental company is legitimate by looking at their official website. If the property isn’t listed there, you could be dealing with a scam. We'll explain why paying with a credit card is your safest option and why scammers push for payment methods that are hard to trace, like gift cards or cryptocurrency.

Remember, never pay for a property you haven’t seen in person or dealt with someone you've never met. If you can’t be there yourself, have a trusted friend check out the property. Your move is stressful enough without the added worry of a scam.

Stay alert, stay informed, and make your next military move a safe one by following these tips. Don’t let a scammer turn your relocation into a financial nightmare.

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