The scammer either:Claims they work for us and our systems are down forcing them to use their cell phone or claims they are the property owner and have terminated us because we couldn't find a tenant for them.They ask for either half a month or a full month of rent upfront, via Venmo, to schedule a MoveIn, but don't really ask for any documentation.These prospects aren't even in our software systems yet and all the correspondence is via text.

@Jack B.They won't give you quotes over the phone bc that might not be the issue.

Anyone wanting to speak to me personally I’m an open book feel free to reach out to me personally at 1-503-740-6029 thats my personal cell phone. 

The rep on the phone says their landlord policy doesn't require a landlord to screen tenants.

If you would like, we can talk about it more over the phone, shoot me a message if you are interested!

That someone you hire is your biggest risk and it is essential you find someone reliable.Research as many people in your local market that do the work you need and talk to them on the phone.

I rarely used postcards, just finding their phone number and keep calling.

I believe his wife runs the phones and does the paperwork.   

Let's say they spend 20 hours a month on marketing, phone calls, maintenance coordination, cleaning coordination, tenant complaints, or whatever.

Another is Section 8 and unemployed.I’m open to Section 8, but my property manager says that the house won’t qualify and that it will need repairs such as:Fresh paint in some areasGarage door (garage is good, but door is missing)Filled cracks in drivewayPower washing of outsideOne New window (has very small hole)Phone jack removedLawn mowedI’m curious if this is all necessary for Section 8.