206-339-0186

This guy is at again for a condo in Breckenridge, Co. at a place called Riverbend Lodge. Sounded to good to be true for the price. Craig's list from Denver.  I looked up the address and unit number and it is already booked by a company named Resort Quest. This guy has the same format every one else is posting.

Same email wanted me to wire money to Florence adams I googled her and she is dead using the name Samuel miller & ssrentals to email

FRAUD ALERT This time he has changes his name and email yet same phone number
Sorry we only accept moneygram as form of payment. You can reach me on 619-356-6634 to discuss payment.


The house cost $175 per night. You are required to make a Refundable Deposit of $200  as security fee to hold the house for you. The fee will be given back to you on the day you will be checking out of the house. The security fee is for possible damages. Check the below quotes for the cost of nights you intent to stay in the house.

7 NIGHTS = $1225       50% DEPOSIT= $612      SECURITY FEE =   $200

Rental Rate:  2BEDROOMS- $175  /  REFUNDABLE SECURITY FEE- $200

Availability: Available
Cleaning Fees: NO
Payment Method: MoneyGram

Check In Time 10:00 AM / Check Out Time 06:00 PM

Cleaning fee plus VAT are included in the cost per night. Full Broadband Internet,WiFi Wireless Internet, Washer,Dryer,Linens Provided and more.

As soon as you have the 50% of the rent fee paid plus the $200 Refundable Security fee, the house will be booked for you for the chosen dates and your receipt of payment will be issued. As soon as I read from you to know you are interested in the house, I will send you the Rental Terms with Booking and Agreement form to complete with necessary information and you will have  to return it to complete your reservation.

Regards,


Terry Green
terry.green30@aol.com

The booking terms and agreement form has been email to you. Proceed to locate to any nearest Moneygram location or visit their website on www.moneygram.com to look for the nearest location to you. The money should be sent using the money in minute mode so that the owner can be able to pick it up at any nearest moneygram location. Here is the owner's information to send the deposit to.

Robert Munei
5439 Hermitage Ave
Adelanto, CA 92301.

Once the deposit has been transferred, you will be given 8 Digit reference number. you will then get back to me with it together with your full senders name and address. Also get back to me with the filled booking terms and agreement form so i could finalize your reservation.

He got me on this one. Calling the FBI now.

I was scamed. One email posted below.

ate: Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:31:43 +0000

From: marvelous braverman [homeawayfromhome9@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 1:06 AM To: Missy Subject: AGREEMENT AND BOOKING FORM.

Attached is the Rental Agreement and Booking Form for your reservation.Proceed to fill out the form and return it back to me soonest. Also to have the property reserved for you.You need to have the %50 deposit plus the refundable security fee which is $200 the total amount you are going to send is ($425) you will transfer it via Money Gram and on your arrival you will pay the remaining %50 balance to me while i will hand over the keys of the property to you. Here is the name and address to send the deposit.

Name : Mitchell Braverman Address : 1605 east 42nd street. New York,Brooklyn 11234.

Get back to me immediately with the Money Gram Reference 8 # and the information given to you while deposit is transfer such as sender name and address with the total amount send.Please remember to print and come along with the property receipt that i will attach and forward to you after confirming your deposit.Let me know when you will be through with this.

Thanks and i will be waiting to hear back from you.

Marvelous Braverman

All on message board -

I've come across the same cell phone number from a suspicious vacation home renter in New Orleans.  He's using the name Larry Brown and it appears as though he is using the same address in multiple listings.  He even went as far as sending me a sentimental email asking why I'm doubting him so much.

Anyways, check out his message below.  Classic Craigslist scam, beware!

Here's the latest to the initial contact with him:

Hello,

Thank for booking with us, Here is my cellphone number 619-356-6634 and Please what is your number?
I fully understand you. I'm a 54 man with 3 grown up children,  I have also got my reputation to protect. I have being into my agent stuff for about 15 years now and never got myself stained. I issue receipt immediately anytime a deposit is sent for rental payment confirmation. I will send you the receipt immediately you have the payment sent to the owner of the property as i will be the one to receive the balance of the payment from you on your arrival when i will be handling over the keys to you for check in.Once your confirm your booking Payment, your reservation is guarantee for the choosing date, you will receive a Receipt to confirm,
I understand what you are trying to figure out on here and i can assure you that you are on the safer side booking with us. Because we have help so many people book for an online reservation.

Yes l can assure you that this is 100% legitimate deal wish you have nothing to fear about.l am a real estate agent consultant who have been in this business for a while without bad reputation.And l don't think l will indulge in any illegal deal which will paint my reputation bad.l will like you to eliminate your fear and proceed with the deal.Our legitimacy has never been doubted before. You are the first person doubting us. I have been in this field for over 15 years now plus am a man of integrity and was born and raise in church. I know how it feels when you hurt your fellow human being.

l look forward to read from you soon regarding your interest to book the rental property.

Regard
Larry Brown


On Fri, Feb 10, 2012, at 10:55 AM, M wrote:
Good morning Larry - is there a phone number that I can reach you at?
Thanks,
M

On Thu, Feb 9, 2012 at 2:10 PM, zillow Rental <niceproperty@warpmail.net> wrote:


Hello,

Thanks for booking with us, Here is the address and picture of the property 1212 Bourbon St New Orleans, LA 70116
The property features four bedrooms with nice four bathrooms Free phone usage USA/Canada, flat screen TV, Cable TV, dvd player. Free cable TV, DVD, Wireless Internet, Heat & Air Conditioning. The Kitchen  Dish Towels, Pots & Pans, Cooking Utensil, Plate Set, Bowl Set, Coffee Mugs, Large Drinking Glasses, Silverware Set, Knife & Board, The Appliances : Microwave, Toaster, Oven, Gourmet Kitchen, Coffee Maker, Refrigerator, Freezer. The Bathroom: Mirror, New Tiles, Dryer, Luxury Towels, Medicine Cabinet, & Starter Hand Soap. The Bedroom : Windowed Bedrooms, Pillows, Decorative Pillows, Comforter, Pillow Cases, 300+ Count Bed Sheets, Night Stand, & Dresser, The Furniture: Coffee Table, End Table, Sleep Couches.I want you to know that, this property is best property i can give out to you but you need to show some sign of commitment to be able to hold the property for the date you chose to stay in the property as there is so many people looking to book the property and to be sincere with you.

Once your confirm your booking Payment, your reservation is guarantee for the choosing date, you will receive a Receipt to confirm your reservation.

Get back to me if you are ready to book with us then I will send you our Booking and Agreement form to confirm the days you chose to stay in the property
l look forward to read from you soon regarding your interest to book the rental property.
Regards

Larry Brown
Apartment Rental Agent
Vacation Rental'sCopy@right2012
Agent Consultant Of The Property.

He's back again with a new email in Charleston, SC

-Alan Smith
e-mail: smithalan0@yahoo.com
number: 619-356-6634

"Thank you for showing interest. The property is still available for the date chosen. I am sure that this is one of the best property you can get around at this reasonable rate but i cannot guarantee the hold of the property until you book for it. You are required to pay the full rental fee and a refundable security fee of $200 to enable me hold the property for you as there is rush for the property at this time. I will issue you a receipt confirming your payment. You get to notify me of the exact time you will be arriving in to make arrangement to pick you up. There is no extra charges for this also. I will render this service for free. I am an agent. We accept Money Order and Cashier's Check or Money Gram as for of payment I will send you our booking and payment form as soon as i have your reply to know you are interested in the property.

5 NIGHTS    = $1000 inclusive of tax and cleaning fee
REFUNDABLE SECURITY FEE =   $200
TOTAL DEPOSIT = $1200

Thanks"

Looks like this guy is still at it.  The email correspondence from his was a little suspicious so I asked for a phone number.  I Googled the number and found all these other reports of fraud.  The number he gave me was 619-359-6634.  

2063390186

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from    m_kurt@aol.com

subject    Re: $250 / 3br - Classic Santa Barbara Oceanfront home (Santa Barbara)
mailed-by    aol.com
signed-by    mx.aol.com
    Important mainly because of your interaction with messages in the conversation.
    


Hello

Thank you for showing interest toward the property.The property is available for the dates chosen.

SECURITY FEE = $250 fully refundable upon satisfactory inspection at check-out.

%50 DEPOSIT =  %50 payment is required to confirm a reservation with the balance due in cash upon arrival.

Check the below quotes for the cost of nights you intent to stay in the property


PER NIGHTS = $200           7NIGHTS =     $1400

%50DEPOSIT =  $700.        SECURITY FEE= $250

TOTAL AMOUNT= $950


I am sure that this is one of the best property you can get around at this reasonable rate but i cannot guarantee the hold of the property until you book for it. You are required to pay50% of the total rental fee and a refundable security fee of $250  to enable me hold the property for you,as there is rush for the property at this time.The price is for the whole property

MODE OF PAYMENT: Western union

You get to notify me of the exact time you will be arriving to make arrangement to pick you up at the airport. I will only take cash at hand for the balance of the rental fee on your arrival when i will be giving you the keys to check in.

I will send you the Rentals agreement form as soon as i have your reply to know you are interested in the property.l look forward to read from you soon regarding your interest to book the rental property.

Regard
Todd Lee Sternberg

Go to www.ic3.gov and file a complaint.  That is what I did.  I just got scammed out of $550 for a vacation property in Charleston, SC.  I feel so stupid.  He has my information....can he do anything with it?  
The property was on craigslist.  

He used the names Larry Brown and Joseph Tsomik.  Emails are niceproperty@warpmail.net and josephtsomik@warpmail.net.

Please be aware I don't want anyone else to lose money!!!

Here is the craigslist posting.  I have flagged the listing on craigslist.  Please everyone go to www.ic3.gov and file a complaint.  This guy needs to be stopped.  This is just horrible.  

$200 / 4br - This home is for the discerning renter, a family or group who appreci (myrtle beach)

This home is for the discerning renter, a family or group who appreciate such luxury yet want the casual fun feel of Folly, mixed with the quick commute to Charleston, and all this for 1000s less similar luxury elsewhere. With all we have to offer, as well as making it available to owners of mature well-behaved dogs(at no extra cost), we have had 4 wonderful fully booked out years with lots of very happy guests, many of them repeat guests .Please check the availability calendar which we always keep up to date If we are unavailable we would love to have you visit another time.
Air Conditioning : seperate units up and down for optimun comfort
Linens Provided : beds made up just like a luxury hotel with 400 thread count sheets ,soft fluffy bath towels ,oversized beach towels all provided at no extra cost
Washer : extra large
Dryer : extra large capacity
Garage : enclosed 3 car garage underneath house .
Off Street Parking : loads of off street parking both in front and back so bring your boat.
Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : yes plenty of parking
Beds
King Bed : Luxury king bedroom with door to sea view balcony .Attached bath is large and spa like with dual showers and seperats jacuzzi tub T.V.in bedroom
Queen Bed : Larger of queen bedrooms overlooks ocean .Shared beautifully tiled bathroom between this and 2nd queen bedroom .3rd queen bedroom on ground level
Convertible Bed : 2 full size futons in formal living space .One with fully sprung mattress .However there are intended to help sleeping layout not overload house as max in house is 10 no matter what .
Entertainment
Jetted Tub in Bath : Large spa like jacizzi tub in master bath
Cable/Satellite TV : T.V.with surround sound in living area off kitchen .T.V'sin all the bedrooms
DVD
Video Library : we usually have a few family friendly dvd available
CD Player
Stereo System
Kitchen
Full Kitchen : Kitchen stocked with everything a gourmet chef would need.Dual fue range .double ovens .Convection /Microwave unit in one . Stovetop grill +griddle
Cooking Utensils Provided : More pots ,pans ,baking equipment than anyone should ever need while on holiday
Refrigerator : side by side fridge freezer with in door water /ice There is a second fridge and freezer in basement garage if needed but not plugged in .
Dishwasher
Microwave : there is a convection /microwave well as a regular microwave in kitchen
Ice Maker
Outdoor Features
Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
Charcoal BBQ Grill : charcoal grill underneath screened porch
Deck/Patio : Patio beside garage underneath screened porch
Balcony : Large sun balcony overlooking sea in the distance
Lanai : Screened porch off living area with seating and dining for 8
View/Location
Ocean View : 4 houses back from beach .walkway beside house 500 feet to the beach .



•cats are OK - purrr
•dogs are OK - wooof
•Location: myrtle beach
•it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
 
 

PostingID: 2797378084

wait omg this is a scam i freaking knew it !!! ive been trying to book with this  guy and didnt wanna send via money gram

The booking terms and agreement form has been email to you. Proceed to locate to any nearest Western union location or visit their website on www.westernunion.com to look for the nearest location to you. The money should be sent using the money in minute mode so that the owner can be able to pick it up at any nearest western union location. Here is the owner's information to send the deposit to.

Robert Munei
5439 Hermitage Ave
Adelanto, CA 92301.

Once the deposit has been transferred, you will be given 10 digit money transfer control number. you will then get back to me with it together with your full senders name and address. Also get back to me with the filled booking terms and agreement form so i could finalize your reservation.

Steve Garcia
homerentals1123@hotmail.com

Scammer is still alive, found another on craigslist, luckily I stumbled upon this forum before proceeding any further.  Thanks to you all for posting.

http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/vac/2930066678.html

On Mar 30, 2012 6:03 PM, "Glenn Harrington" <vacationrtx@yahoo.com> wrote:

Thank you for showing interest. The property is still available for the date chosen. I am sure that this is one of the best property you can get around at this reasonable rate but i cannot guarantee the hold of the property until you book for it. You are required to pay the full rental fee and a refundable security fee of $200 to enable me hold the property for you as there is rush for the property at this time. I will issue you a receipt confirming your payment. You get to notify me of the exact time you will be arriving in to make arrangement to pick you up. There is no extra charges for this also. I will render this service for free. I am an agent.We accept Money Gram as for of payment I will send you our booking and payment form as soon as i have your reply to know you are interested in the property.

Property Address : 2 Santa Cruz Blvd Santa Barbara, CA 93109

2 NIGHT    = $500 inclusive of tax and cleaning fee
SECURITY:$200    (Will be refunded when you Checking out)
TOTAL DEPOSIT: $700

Thanks

Same guy posted another scam ad on craigslist for rental property in Santa Barbara. Total scam artist. Wanted to meet at the airport for cash-only transaction. Property he posted was a rental property that appears on other sites, like Trulia... so he was able to send all the photos and info as if it was his own.  

The email he used was thomasmanhomerentals@gmail.com. The number he gave out was a majicjack number that only accepts voicemails 619-356-6634

RENTAL BOOKING & AGREEMENT FORM.
Inbox
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MATHEW BETANCOURT khe_0101@att.net
11:34 PM (10 hours ago)

to me
Lawrence,

Thank you for your patronage. The payment is to be sent via Western Union to the owner of the property. You can complete the payment at the nearest Western Union outlet/Office or visit www.westernunion.com to complete the payment with your credit card. You are to get back to me with filled copy of the booking and agreement with I.D of the renter and arrival details as well as the deposit transfer receipt so we could finalize the booking process. You can send the documents back to me via email attachment.

I have attached the agreement and booking form to you. I want you to complete and return it back soonest. Also, to have the apartment reserved for you, you need to have the 50% ($490) deposit plus the refundable security fee which is $200. The total amount you are going to send is ($690). You are to transfer it to the owner of the apartment via western union, on you arrival you will pay the remaining 50% payment while I will then hand over the keys to you.  Here is the owner's details to complete the payment below:


Get back to me with the information given to you while deposit is transferred (COPY OF PAYMENT RECEIPT) so I can prepare and forward your receipt to you. Please, remember to print and come along with the apartment receipt that I will attach and forward to you after confirmation of deposit.

Regards,
Mathew.






From: Lawrence Gray <lgrayutk@gmail.com>
To: MATHEW BETANCOURT <khe_0101@att.net>
Sent: Thu, April 26, 2012 6:54:21 PM
Subject: Re: Anderson Condo Rental

That sounds great we are definitely
interested.  I did not see any dates listed? Where do I find that info?
On Apr 26, 2012 5:04 AM, "MATHEW BETANCOURT" <khe_0101@att.net> wrote:
>
> This property is available for the chosen dates. All we require from you during your vacation is to treat this property in same way as you would treat yours. All Taxes ,Cleaning Fee, Bills , Car park Bills has been included in the rent. Check below for Apartment details and the price quotes.
>
> 2 Bedrooms + Full Baths Sleeps (8) @ $140 Per Night
> Rental Rate: $140.00 x 7 nights = $980
>
> $200 Refundable Security Deposit and 50% of Total Rent Price Required At Time Of Reservation
> Balance Due Upon Arrival ( Cash or Check )
> Security Deposit will be refunded on the checkout day
>
> 50% Deposit                $490.00
> Security Deposit          $200.00
> Total Deposit:              $690.00
>
> All you have to do to hold the apartment is to pay a 50% of the total rental fee, plus the Refundable Security Fee which is $200 which will be given back to you on the day you departing from the apartment, Once you have made the payment I will issue you a receipt confirming your payments.If this works for you, I will send you our Terms, Condition, booking form and agreement form and payment Information.
>
> Regards,
> Mathew.
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Lawrence Gray <lgrayutk@gmail.com>
> To: w6kxv-2964104105@hous.craigslist.org
> Sent: Wed, April 25, 2012 5:56:42 PM
> Subject: Anderson Condo Rental
>
>
>
> Hello,
>
> My family and I are planning a trip to Myrtle Beach this summer and are interested in renting your condo!  Our travel dates are flexible and we are looking to stay 6-7 days.  Accompanying me will be my wife and two children age 2 and 5. If you have any availability please let us know.
>
> Thank You,
>
> Lawrence Gray
>
> ________________________________

    -2f7 BR- RENTAL TERMS- BOOKING & AGREEMENT FORM-_ff.doc
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Mathew, I found the attachment but I am still a little confused about the dat...
11:49 PM (9 hours ago)

MATHEW BETANCOURT khe_0101@att.net
11:52 PM (9 hours ago)

to me
AMAZING Direct oceanfront 2 bedroom, 2 bath, fully furnished located in the beautiful Anderson Ocean Club. It is a corner unit with ocean front and ocean view rooms. The main balcony wraps around from the living area to the master suite (King bed) and the guest bedroom has a seperate balcony. Highly sought after unit with top of the line furnishings. Upgrades galore in this unit, making rentals great with this unit. Other great features are: pull out sofa, ceiling fans, flat screen TV's, granite countertops, fitness center, computer center, full service spa, hair and nail salon, beautiful indoor & outdoor pools. Other amenities include a Tiki Bar, lazy river and valet parking. The Anderson Ocean Club is by far one of the finest resorts on the Grand Strand. Close to the boardwalk, restaurants, shopping and many activities make this an even more desirable condo.

Address:
2600 N Ocean Blvd  Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Mathew.



From: Lawrence Gray <lgrayutk@gmail.com>
To: MATHEW BETANCOURT <khe_0101@att.net>
Sent: Thu, April 26, 2012 8:49:19 PM

Subject: Re: RENTAL BOOKING & AGREEMENT FORM.

Thank God for this and other site's.  I was very close to sending money but just had a suspicion this was too good to be true, apparently it was!  How can we stop this guy?  Maybe karma will get him first!  I see a large bus in his future!

after almost giving the go ahead for my girlfriend to send this [***] clown money, I just didnt feel right about this [***], so heres what I wrote back to Mathew Betancourt...

Mathew, if thats your real name...
                                         Theresa will not be sending any money now or ever to your scam rental, also I have contacted my family lawyer who is touch with TD Bank in PA. looks like you wont be getting anymore money from that account either and the Larry Brown name youve used in the past is all about to catch up with you. Lucky me that I Googled your email address and found out what a piece of [***] scumbag you are ripping people off trying to take a hard earned family vacation!! You will be caught if not by the law, by some wealthy philanthropist  (like me) and that's the time you will be begging this me to hand you over to the police, because they won't be able to do the unpleasant things to you, that I will be doling out to you, Sadistic torture for a 2 bit gutter snipe like yourself....Run very far if you can, because Iam coming for you and others like you....For you see I plan on ridding the world of people like you one [***] at a time...
Enjoy your new life on the run...
and remember I now know who you are but you don't have a [***] clue who I am or when I am close enough to take care of you, sleep alone? well you better get yourself a guard dog thats a deterrent but it won't stop me...
you have now been threatened, retaliate, I dare you...

now let's see if we cant get this guy and others like him!!!
thanks for having this site it really helps us all out!!

I just realized that I've been scammed by this guy, too.  

He used the name: Alan Smith, smithalan0@yahoo.com, 619-356-6634.
I also received another "reply" email from him using the name: Glenn Harrington, vacationrtx@yahoo.com.

I wired $1000 for a rental property in New Orleans back in February and just found this blog when I started getting suspicious a few days before our trip.  He used the name Alan Smith, and identified himself as the property rental broker. He said the landlord's name/address to whom I should wire the money was: Giovanni Mangini, 3360 Reine Avenue, Slidell LA 70458.  (I just googled this address and the property is for-sale).

I called him to confirm the rental and he answered (with an accent), and confirmed he was Alan Smith, at my prompting. I then emailed him again to confirm, and several hours later received a reply email from another email address (vacationrtx@yahoo.com; Glenn Harrington), which was an unfamiliar name.

The email from "Glenn" today said: "Hello, I just hangup the call from the owner of the property,He said he will need $400 to fix up some pipes renovating in the property and when you are checking in you will be given your security refundable fee $200 together with the $400 for the renovation the total amount to receive when you are checking in the property is $600. Please Advise Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T."

Of course, now, finally, I realized I'd been scammed. I called him again and he hung up on me when I started making inquiries about the rental and request for more money to fix the pipes.

I've reported him to: http://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx.  Thanks for this blog. I wish I'd found it before I wired the money.

This same group (since we don't know many is involved) is running an ad on craigslist to rent a vacation home in Virginia Beach. http://norfolk.craigslist.org/vac/2979245432.html 
Uses exact working in emails

Clyde -

I was dumb enough to send this guy money.  Can you please help me with some details so I can track his [***] down????

Thanks@!!!!

Brent
310-435-4442