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I received an inquiry from my Redweek ad from Timeshare Vacation Services and Kenneth Carter asking if my rental is still available. He said he had a client for it. I said yes it is. Couple hours later he sends me a rental agreement between me and a third party, but instead of asking my real name he puts my handle in there with the other party. The rental is for $400 more to cover his commission.

Seems weird as it came through at 1 AM in the morning as well. I am just about positive it is some sort of scam, just not sure how.....anyone ?
 

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See this thread for more information. It's possible that he would ask you to send him the commission after you get the cashiers check from the "renter." The check could be bogus but you wouldn't find that out until you had sent the commission.
 
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Thanks. It sounded a bit off. I just received another inquiry by another broker as well today. Probably another scam....
 

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Plus the cost of the guest certificate for the non existent renter, odd that they paid the fee to troll RedWeeks
 

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I've dealt with Ken Carter numerous times without any problems whatsoever so if its the same one he's legit. Always pays for rentals upfront.
 

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I've dealt with Ken Carter numerous times without any problems whatsoever so if its the same one he's legit. Always pays for rentals upfront.


Is he always so sloppy as to generate a rental agreement between a Screen Name and a Real Person ?
 

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Is he always so sloppy as to generate a rental agreement between a Screen Name and a Real Person ?

That was my concern as well but if MOXJO7282 says he's good, then I"ll give it a try. Thanks again MOXJO7282!
 

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Perhaps he intended it as a pro-forma exemplar
 

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Make sure the rental is far enough out that the check will clear. Tell him you only want the rental fee advertised, and not his commission. He can collect that directly from the renter. Still questionable about this seller.
 

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I've dealt with Ken Carter numerous times without any problems whatsoever so if its the same one he's legit. Always pays for rentals upfront.

Same here - no problems with Ken, and he does pay in-full - up front.

He collects his commission directly from the renter.
 

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Dioxide or Joe ?

Same here - no problems with Ken, and he does pay in-full - up front.

He collects his commission directly from the renter.



I received an offer from Ken today as well.. I too was concerned about a scam, but was relieved to read your posts and the success you have had dealing with Ken Carter.

How did you handle payment? Normally I like to receive a check rather than Paypal to avoid the fees. Note I only rent one or 2 units a year that I cannot use so this is not a business for me. I would appreciate you thoughts and recommendations as to how to handle the payment.

Thanks for you help!
 

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I only use Paypal - more secure than a check, but Ken may be able to send you a check.
 

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Thanks!

Thanks for all your help!
 
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