Commerce Minister Dr Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Rise in rent scams targeting Western Australian tenants | Western Australian Government
Key points:
- Scammers target vulnerable Western Australians looking for a rental
- More than $50,000 lost to rent scams last year
- Inspect inside the property before paying and beware of unusually cheap rent
Scams can be reported through the WA ScamNet website: www.scamnet.wa.gov.au or call 1300 30 40 54.
Further guidance on renting a home can be found on the Consumer Protection website