She had seen an apartment through an online portal that she would like to rent. The 42-year-old reached an agreement with the alleged broker via a messenger service to pay two months' rent deposit plus additional costs in advance.
After the woman had transferred the amount, the agent contacted her again and demanded another four-figure amount because the woman wanted to rent the apartment furnished. After the 42-year-old had paid this amount, contact was broken off. The website of the supposed brokerage firm was also deactivated.
The police warn:
- Be suspicious of noticeably low prices for advertised apartments and houses .
- Never pay in advance: only pay once you have seen the property on offer and signed a rental agreement.
- If in doubt, check the seriousness of a broker. In Germany, a broker needs a broker's license.
Source:
Press portal
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