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TRAVEL SCAM
Barcelona, Spain
Ghost Rental Scam
Scammers post fake apartment listings and ask for deposits before allowing any viewing.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Online rental platforms, expat housing search
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammers create attractive listings with low prices
2. They claim to be abroad and unable to show the property
3. They request deposit via transfer
4. After payment, they disappear
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Owner claims to be abroad
- Price significantly below market
- No physical viewing allowed
- Urgent payment request
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Never pay before viewing property
- Verify landlord identity
- Avoid deals that seem too cheap
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