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It's extremely common for "too good to be true" listings like this on Craigslist to be scams, where if you inquire they'll try to get you to wire money for the
by Deimorz 8y ago
It's extremely common for "too good to be true" listings like this on Craigslist to be scams, where if you inquire they'll try to get you to wire money for the rental. The person behind the listing doesn't have any connection to the property, they take the photos/info from legitimate listings on other sites (often real estate listings, not rentals at all).
I'm sure it's possible that some of these listings are legitimate, but finding a bunch of listings on Craigslist isn't proof of anything and I think it's strange to base a story on it.
- giarc 8y agoThey have an interview with a person that actually moved into a unit, so that helps. Scams can easily be thwarted by asking to see the place in person.
- gwbas1c 8y agoDid you even read the article? This is because vacant properties in Vancouver are subject to an extremely high tax. The property owners are desperate to rent them out in order to avoid paying a very large tax.