Craigslist Fails That’ll Make You Laugh Till You Cry

Ever fallen for a Craigslist rental scam? Yeah, us too. They can be sneaky, but there are some obvious red flags you shouldn’t ignore. Like when the seller insists on no in-person meetings or asks for a deposit before you even see the place. Classic scam vibes.

Sometimes scammers throw around sad stories to tug at your heartstrings - "My cousin's sick!" or "Urgent medical bills!" Don’t buy it. Real sellers don’t play the sympathy card like that.

Before you sign up for anything sketchy, Google that address. Legit deals pop up everywhere. Plus, do a reverse image search - if the photos show up in tons of places, it’s probably a rip-off.

Craigslist scams aren’t just about rentals. Watch out for weirdo payment requests like cashier’s checks or wire transfers. Also, never share your private info like Social Security numbers. Yeah, some people need reminders.

There’s even a "Sweetheart Scam" where con artists play nice to steal your cash. So, don’t give out financial info or agree to background checks before meeting face to face. Stay street smart, friends!