Rental Scam ?

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** SUSPENDED ** Joined: 08 Aug 2011 Posts: 1

I am looking for an appt in new york for the summer..this guy is wrote replyed with this email saying it was $130 per night..and its in the middle of soho...any thoughts?...is this a scam?

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Thank you for choosing our Apartment for your vacation. We hope that you have a pleasant stay; the apartment is available for your choosing dates..I am quite sure that this is arguably one of the best apartment you can get around at this reduced rate. I cannot guarantee the hold of the apartment until you've booked and pay for it. This is a four beds/four baths apartment; price for the rent is $130 per night and $3000 for a monthly rent. You are to make advance payment equal 50% of the rental fee plus a damage fee of $300 which enable us to reserve and secure the apartment for your choosing date. The advance payment is required before arrival. Note: Damage fee is fully refundable on the day of...

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Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 10:37 am

Hi cali,
the language sounds West African - so if ths person claims to be Canadian, British, or US American he is a scammer.
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