The con artists, fraudsters and identity thieves are at it again. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Here’s the latest in fake Craigslist loft rental postings. #craigslist #fraud If the asking rent is unusually low, and a manager, owner or agent cannot be reached by voice phone, then the Craigslist or apartment site posting is likely a scam like this one: | Blog Video
$1950 / 1br – 112ft2 – Spacious DTLA Loft For Rent
© craigslist – Map data © 849 S Broadway
1BR / 1Ba 112ft2
cats are OK – purrr
dogs are OK – wooof
loft
laundry on site
no smoking
off-street parking
Spacious Loft In The Famous Eastern Columbia Building – This incredible loft/life work space, is in one of the most iconic Art Deco buildings in the world. The Eastern Columbia building is the pinnacle of luxury, touting a concierge service, roof top pool, spa, gym, gated parking, and some of the most beautiful design features in all of LA.
The unit is spacious with large windows, high ceiling, and polished concrete floors in 1,120 sqft of living space. Large open entry, galley kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, and a gorgeous bathroom and tub w/ granite deck. The location is unrivaled in the heart of LA, close to theaters, Staples Center, LA Live, and plenty of the most exciting restaurants and bars in the city.
Live out your dreams in this iconic piece of architecture and design.
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Rental owner/agent/manager who is out of town or unavailable to speak in person is another indication of fraud. DO NOT GIVE ANY MONEY OR PERSONAL INFORMATION!
The lowest real Eastern Columbia loft for lease is 890 Sq Ft asking $2,750 | DETAILS #easterncolumbia #loftforlease
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Are you seeing a trend of these increasing more with the pandemic? I have heard of some realtors meeting people who are getting ripped off. What a shame!
Yes sadly there is a trend toward taking advantage of people with more crimes of all types, especially fraud, identity theft and con artists in Los Angeles.