Property agent busts rental scam in viral TikTok video

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Rental scams are not a new ruse in Singapore. However, as more turn to sourcing for rental apartments through online portals, there’s been more opportunities for unscrupulous individuals to prey on unsuspecting people looking for a home. In this case, property agent Abu Idris managed to nab one such scammer, revealing their entire conversation thread on his TikTok account. His...

Abu responded to a listing found on RentInSingapore, a website where people can find rentals or lease their place out for rent. The scammer was posing as a property agent helping his client list their flat online.

From this point onwards, the red flags start going up. Looking at the pictures, it is apparent that the unit isn’t a HDB flat from the windows in the living room. Pressure tactics are also used, with the scammer telling Abu that other people are looking to close on the flat. This is especially effective if tenants are desperate for a place to stay and wants to close the deal quickly in fear that they would lose out on a well-renovated apartment at a good price.

 

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