Looking for a rental? Renter Beware!

If you are looking for a home to rent, be careful! Many homeowners are getting desperate and sometimes desperate people do desperate things. Many rentals are going into foreclosure and the renter doesn't know until they receive eviction notices. There are also listings on websites like Craigslist placed there by people who don't own the homes they're advertising. Don't send deposits by mail, meet face-to-face and ask questions. You can determine who owns a home by looking in county tax records online. If you feel uncomfortable, don't do it!