Always Check Your Sources
Checking your sources is always important, even if you buy a pair of jeans from the internet. It’s that much more important when it comes to renting a place! This person has learned the hard way that not everything is what it seems, and that not everyone can be trusted. It’s quite a discouraging message to learn, but important nonetheless.
We’re just happy that they were at least able to salvage what they could here, and cut their losses. It all ended up working out for them in the end, and they’ve also learned a valuable lesson. That is a mistake that you will only make once. We’re sure they take the time to properly vet their clients before they sign anything now!