Articles related to "Fraud and Scams"

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How to avoid property scams

Scams related to property are becoming increasingly more sophisticated, catching buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants.
Property Advice
Kerry Dimmer
12 Feb 2025

Real estate fraud awareness – how to avoid falling prey to scamsters

Fraud in the real estate industry is becoming increasingly prevalent and sophisticated...
Property Advice
Private Property Reporter
02 Sep 2021

How property scammers will catch you

As property scammers get more crafty, here's how you can make sure that you don't become a victim.
Property Advice
Press
13 Feb 2019

New Year, New Home, New Rental?

If you’re planning to move in 2019, getting yourself rent-ready is important. Here’s how to make yourself the best prospective tenant a landlord could wish for:
Property Advice
Cath Jenkin
19 Dec 2018

Holiday rental scams: what to watch out for

With the December holidays approaching, fraudsters are out in force. Here are some tips to keep in mind when booking your holiday accommodation.
Property Advice
Lea Jacobs
15 Nov 2018

5 common mistakes that renters should avoid

Not being aware of the rental process can lead to regret later on. Here are 5 common mistakes that renters make, and how to avoid them.
Property Advice
Veronica Logan
23 Oct 2018

8 things to check before renting an apartment

Jumping head first into a new lease without first carrying out an in-depth walkthrough could leave you regretting your decision.
Property Advice
Veronica Logan
16 Aug 2018

The threat of fraud in the real estate industry

It’s not only unwitting buyers and sellers who are getting fleeced by increasingly brazen and sophisticated scamsters, but property professionals too
News
Press
08 May 2018

7 online scams to be aware of

The advent of the internet has seen online scams become more prevalent for many individuals in recent years. Rodel Bridging Finance gives us some tips on what to look out for.
News
Press
20 Apr 2018

Beware the agent who hijacks listings

Imagine putting your home on the market for a specific sum and then discovering that another agent is marketing your property without your permission, and is doing so at a much lower price.
Property Advice
Lea Jacobs
26 Mar 2018

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