Does it sound too good to be true? It probably is π‘
Canterbury Police are reminding the community to be vigilant when it comes to rental scams. Unfortunately, this not a new scam and targets victims through different platforms.
In all instances, the scammers are posing as legitimate landlords or real estate agents. When looking for a rental, make sure an advertised property is legitimate by attending a viewing.
Before giving people money or making an agreement, it is essential you consider:
π Never transfer money to an individual or organisation that you can't verify as legitimate.
π A legitimate landlord or real estate agent will have a website, generally a physical address, and you should be able to speak to more than one person from that organisation.
π If you believe you are being currently targeted by a scam that sounds like this, please end contact immediately and get in touch with Police.
π Trust your instincts, if it sounds like a scam, it probably is.
π For further information of how to keep safe online, or to report suspected scams, please go to netsafe.org.nz...
π You can also find prevention advice at www.police.govt.nz...
Read more about these types of scams here - www.police.govt.nz......
Worst Xmas ever?
There's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.
Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...
Share your Christmas mishaps below!
Poll: Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?
Just a bit of a fun poll to get you thinking.
If you had to live out your Christmas days, would you prefer it was a summer Christmas or a winter Christmas?
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61.7% Summer
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36.6% Winter
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1.7% Other - I'll share below
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