Stay Away from Scammy Deals on Lake Cottage Rentals
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If a deal seems too good to be true, it is, even if it’s a bargain on lake cottage rentals. It’s easy to get duped into thinking you found a good deal. Trust your gut – if the owner or agent says he cannot get you a lease or contract, you should feel worried and walk away. The best deal in the world is not worth the panic or heartache you might feel as you worry about your vacation.
One popular scam for lake cottage rentals is offering one apartment and then giving another. You should ensure that the contract mentions the number of rooms, size of the space and the amenities. If your rental company assures you that there will be a pool and you find this crucial, make sure that the contract states that there is a pool. This gives you a way to fight back if you find that your apartment is not suitable. Do not sign an “as is” lease if you are not completely sure about the agent or owner.
Check out your rental company thoroughly. A professional-looking website is not enough – look for online reviews of the properties or company. There are several sites that review travel companies or rental organizations, and you should make sure that they are listed and reviewed positively on these websites. Don’t just go by references on the company’s site itself – these references offered by the company can be scammers trying to lure you in.
Finally, do not rent from anyone that asks you give a deposit via Western Union. Any real company will take credit cards or accept cash on arrival. A Western Union payment is cash and will be in their hands long before you find out that the apartment you rented is terrible or isn’t real.
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