# @zillow on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZGqAUGzrxbc
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/35855591-zillow-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/92642996ba.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-10-17T16:00:59.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Zillow (@zillow) — https://gondola.cc/zillow

## Caption

Sadly, scammers gonna scam… We can’t stop every single one from preying on renters, but we can help you avoid them! In this video, Delaney goes over some common red flags that may be the signs of a rental scam - whether they show up in a rental listing, or once you’re in communication with the scammer, there are clear signs you can look out for to stay safe while you search for a place to call home.

📖  *Related articles on the Zillow Learning Center:*
How to Spot Rental Scams: https://www.zillow.com/learn/how-to-spot-rental-scams/
How to Find the Landlord of a Property: https://www.zillow.com/learn/how-to-find-the-landlord-of-a-property/
Rental Mistakes to Avoid: https://www.zillow.com/learn/first-time-renter-advice/
Red Flags to Avoid Before You Sign a Lease: https://www.zillow.com/learn/checklist-before-you-sign-a-lease/

🏡 *Additional resources:*
Use Zillow to find your dream rental: https://www.zillow.com/homes/for_rent/?utm_campaign=7171&utm_medium=bt&utm_source=youtube&utm_content=descbox_1
Calculate your Rent Affordability: https://www.zillow.com/rent-affordability-calculator?utm_campaign=7171&utm_medium=bt&utm_source=youtube&utm_content=descbox_2
Stay protected after you sign your lease: https://www.zillow.com/rent/renters-insurance/
Build your credit by paying your rent on time: https://www.zillow.com/rent/rent-reporting/
Zillow Help Center: https://zillow.zendesk.com/hc/en-us

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:00 - Red flag #1: The listing looks too good to be true
01:48 - Red flag #2: The listing stresses urgency
02:14 - Red flag #3: The listing can't be verified on other sites
02:45 - Red flag #4: Pressure to send personal information too soon
03:25 - Red flag #5: Requesting money before you've seen the property
04:12 - Red flag #6: Asking for money through sketchy methods
04:38 - Red flag #7: Claiming you can't see the listing in person
04:59 - Red flag #8: Something just feels wrong
05:23 - Outro

#renters #apartmenthunting #rentals

## Stats

- **Views:** 2,120
- **Likes:** 18
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 3

## Tags

renters, 1, 4, apartmenthunting, 8, 6, 3, rentals, 2, 7, 5

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