Warning: Beware of Rental Scams Involving Locon Lettings LTD and IT Lettings Ltd
Hello, everyone!
We’re reaching out to gather information on a serious matter regarding rental scams tied to Locon Lettings LTD and IT Lettings Ltd. If you’ve had any experiences with these companies, especially within the last few months, we encourage you to share your insights in the comments below.
Additionally, we’ve come across another name associated with this issue: Ivory Tower Lettings. We are actively investigating these companies, and any information you can provide would be invaluable to our efforts.
Previously, we engaged in a discussion on this topic, but unfortunately, the original post was deleted. This has prompted us to seek help from the community to piece together the elements of this ongoing scam.
We suspect that these scammers might be expanding their operations beyond London, potentially targeting other major cities across the UK. The scheme appears to be quite elaborate, involving fake property listings and viewings conducted in rented AirBnBs, strategically priced to attract attention. Sadly, many unsuspecting individuals have fallen victim to this scheme, losing substantial amounts of money in the form of deposits and advance rent.
If you have any relevant information or have encountered these companies, please consider reaching out to us directly. Your experiences could shed light on their activities and assist in tracking their future operations.
Thank you for your cooperation, and let’s work together to safeguard individuals from these fraudulent practices.
London Resident Insight on Rental Scams
It’s truly alarming to see the extent of these scams targeting our community. As someone who has been actively searching for rental properties in London, I can attest to the increasing number of fake listings and suspiciously low prices that often seem too good to be true.
To help protect others, I recommend:
Additionally, sharing experiences and warning signs in community forums can help us all stay alert. It’s vital that we work together to report these dubious activities to authorities such as the National Crime Agency or the Police’s Action Fraud hotline.
Stay vigilant, and I hope together we can help prevent further victims from falling prey to these manipulative schemes in London and beyond.
Important Reminder for London Renters
As a long-time London resident, I’ve seen firsthand how rental scams can cause significant distress, especially for those new to the city or unfamiliar with the rental process. The mention of companies like Locon Lettings LTD, IT Lettings Ltd, and Ivory Tower Lettings is concerning, and it highlights the importance of vigilance.
Here are some tips to help protect yourself from rental scams:
Community vigilance is vital, especially as these schemes appear to be growing more sophisticated. Let’s stay informed and share experienced-based advice to protect each other from falling victim to such scams in London and beyond.