The Federal Trade Commission released an analysis on December 22, 2025, showing that consumers reported nearly 65,000 rental ...

Rental scams have cost consumers $65M since 2020 - ‘If the advertised rent is a lot cheaper than most rents in the area, it could be a sign of a scam,’ the Federal Trade Commission warned ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - On Your Side has warned you for years, and now the rent scam has a new twist. If you rent or know someone who does, ensure they’re aware of this before signing their next ...

Madison police are warning residents of a scam that targets college students who rent residences by claiming their property management is switching to an online payment system. Police said a sheet of ...

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — Right now, people are trying to take advantage of those desperate to find a place to live, and the hot housing market is causing rentals to go quickly. The FBI says criminals are ...

MIDLAND, Texas — A new scam has hit the internet and has been hitting those in the Permian Basin in the wallet. This new scam revolved around people who are looking to rent a home or room through the ...

A Roanoke woman is behind bars after being arrested in a alleged rental scam involving a Staunton victim, police said.

SANANTONIO-- In an economy with tight credit, home leasing is hot, especially in San Antonio. One realtor said rentals move quicker and push up rent prices across the city. Higher rents means ...

A Roy family has been forced to vacate a home days after signing a lease, getting a key, and beginning to move in because the ...

SAN DIEGO — For about a year, people have been showing up to Kate Schneiderman's home in University City in hopes of making it their home. “I’ve had I think three or four people come by my place ...

Thinking about making a move in the new year? RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador is reminding all renters to browse safely and beware of online rental scams after a recent report in the Gander area.