1

Suspicious Payments and/or Payment Platforms

Never submit payment via cash, wire transfer, gift card, cash app, or services such as Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

2

Low rents / too-good-to-be-true deals

Scammers often list homes below market value to attract interest. If you see a great deal, be sure to do your research.

3

Listings on Social / Community Websites

Scammers often post on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor and other sites that do not require verification

4

No background or credit checks

Reliable rental companies require a background check. It may be a scam if no background check is required.

5

Printed leases or overly-simple leases

Be aware if an application or lease is printed on paper, overly simple, appears unprofessional or contains typos. Tricon Residential only accepts applications and leases online.

6

Suspicious Tours

Always reference the rental company’s website for tour instructions. A home should never be left unlocked for you to tour.

7

Lack of Public Information

Conduct thorough research on any rental home company or landlord. If limited information is available, it might be a scam.

8

Suspicious Agent or Representative

Use a trusted rental agent and ask for identification. Tricon Residential leasing agents carry identification and can show they are official employees.

9

Shared Logins

Never use someone else’s login information. Always create your own account to tour a home or submit an application.

10

Something feels off, even just a bit.

If you think it could even possibly be a scam, trust your instinct and verify, verify, verify. Call us at 1-844-874-2661.