Rental Riddles Resolved
[Alert]! – Holiday rental fraud increases over the peak season, tenant or landlord, protect your-self with 3 easy steps;
1. Check who you’re doing business with.
Unless it’s an International brand hotel or national franchise, check the owners’ details on Google. Holiday tenants in the B&B or guesthouse market are ripped off every year through false advertising, promises and, the biggest red flag; ‘Pay a security deposit today as there are other interested parties’. Confirm details of owner and property before paying a deposit.
2. Sight unseen holiday rentals.
If the property is not supported or managed by reputable companies be wary, the normal scam is to advertise a “ghost” property. The property/guesthouse does not exist. Check and confirm all details of the offering party, if they’re not willing to fully disclose requested information red flag it.
3. Security deposits
Is exactly what it says it is, be sure to check the condition of the rental, all the appliances, fixtures, fittings and utensils. Check for any “hidden fees” for cleaning or services not mentioned.
If in doubt please contact a property professional consultant.
Nic Campher
084 744 0144
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