🔎 Atlanta renters: A real apartment photo can hide a fake listing

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Hey Atlanta, it’s Kenny! Before an exciting listing turns into an application, give the contact details the same attention as the photos.

The FTC warns that scammers can copy a real rental’s photos and description, then substitute their own contact information. A convincing listing—or even access to a tour—is not proof that the person collecting money represents the property.

Look up the address and management company independently. Compare the listing with the company’s own website, and contact the company through information you have verified separately—not only the number supplied in the ad.

If someone pressures you to pay immediately, pause. Demands to pay only by gift card, cryptocurrency or a wire-transfer service are scam warnings. Don’t send identity documents or financial details to an unverified contact.

Read the FTC’s full rental-listing guidance:

https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/rental-listing-scams

I’m Kenny Boykin with The Nav Agency. I help Atlanta renters narrow apartment options around their budget, move window and everyday priorities. To start a search conversation, send your bedroom count, budget and must-haves—not your Social Security number, bank statements or ID.

Call or text: 404-798-9662

Email: kenny.boykin@thenavagency.com

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Kenny Boykin | Agent | The Nav Agency

Kenny Boykin | # 1 Atlanta Apartment Locator - Clients Choice | 11+ years. •1,400+ renters helped

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