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Rental scams are surging: 4 ways to protect yourself before signing a lease
Summary by The Pearland Editorial Desk Bill Spencer, Ninfa Saavedra , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
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Key points According to the Federal Trade Commission, there have been over 65,000 reported rental scam cases in the past year, resulting in losses of more than $65 million. Rental scams are on the rise in the US, with Houston being one of the cities most affected.
Rental scams are on the rise in the US, with Houston being one of the cities most affected. As people search for new apartments or rental homes, it's essential to be cautious of potential scams.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, there have been over 65,000 reported rental scam cases in the past year, resulting in losses of more than $65 million. Texas has been particularly impacted, with Dallas and Houston ranking high in rental fraud reports.
Further details on how to protect oneself from rental scams are available from experts, including tips on verifying listings before signing a lease or handing over money.
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Category: News Published: July 10, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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