Rental & Housing Scams Quiz

1. What is a major red flag when dealing with rental listings?

A. The landlord is available to meet in person. B. The listing requests deposit money upfront before seeing the property. C. The listing provides detailed photos of the property.

2. Why might a landlord or leasing agent claim to be unavailable?

A. They are busy with other tenants. B. They want to avoid meeting in person to escape with your deposit. C. They prefer to communicate via email.

3. What should you verify before making any payments for a rental property?

A. The property has a swimming pool. B. The identity and contact information of the landlord or property manager. C. The property is close to public transport.

4. What is a common scam involving background checks?

A. Charging exorbitant fees for background checks. B. Offering free background checks. C. Not requiring any background checks.

5. What should you do if a rental listing has unusually low prices?

A. Immediately send a deposit to secure the property. B. Be wary, as it might be too good to be true. C. Ignore the listing and look for more expensive options.