Thoughts on these Airbnb messages

[Tyler Sherman]

hey squad - Curious if anyone knows why I keep getting messages like this on Airbnb. Seems scammy just not sure what they are getting out of it. Thoughts?

[Lauren Kormylo]

Are you a new host?  You'll get a lot of these at first because scammers prey on newbies.  They ask about staying long term, hoping the thought of all that money will entice you to interact with them and leave your defenses down.  They can use your video to create a fake listing and scam other guests out of money.  After you've got a lot of time invested in them, they will ask to communicate off platform, and say they're having their employer send you a check.  The check will be for more than the amount, they'll say there was a mistake and ask you to refund the difference.  Weeks later, you'll find the original check was no good, and you'll be out the money you sent them.