Stay Safe: How to Avoid Rental Scams Online
IMPORTANT NOTICE: We want to remind all prospective tenants and clients to stay alert to rental scams, which unfortunately continue to circulate online.
Scammers often lift genuine property details and photos from trusted real estate sites, then repost them on social platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree, and other community pages. They may appear friendly and legitimate, before asking you to apply through their own form and transfer “application fees” or deposits.
To help keep you safe, please remember:
- We will never ask you to transfer application fees or payments before you have viewed a property in person.
- Avoid sharing personal information through social media messages or unverified forms.
- Always cross-check listings on our official website: https://www.pmmetro.com.au/listings/for-rent
- You can also verify our listings on trusted platforms such as https://reiwa.com.au/rent and https://www.realestate.com.au/
- Independently confirm phone numbers and call the agency directly if something doesn’t feel right.
- Inspect in person before completing any applications or payments.
- Trust your instincts — if it feels off, it probably is.
For more useful tips on spotting rental scams, visit: https://www.rent.com.au/blog/rental-scams
If you’re ever unsure or want to verify a listing, our team is always here to help. Stay safe and stay informed!