Attorney General Ashley Moody is continuing the 2024 Summer Scams Series: Sunny Days and Shady Deals to inform Floridians about common summertime scams. In this installment, Attorney General Moody is warning Floridians about vacation rental scams. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s 2023 Internet Crime Complaint Center Report, real estate scams, including schemes involving short-term rentals, resulted in nearly $150 million in losses nationwide.

Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Summer should be a time for relaxation and fun in the sun, but swindlers can turn dream vacations into nightmares. We are continuing our Summer Scams Series: Sunny Days and Shady Deals with a warning about rental scams. Remember, always be cautious when booking online and beware of too-good-to-be-true offers.”

Scammers may take advantage of the skyrocketing demand for vacation rentals during the summertime and post fake listings for properties that are not available for rent. These fraudulent listings can appear on legitimate rental websites and social media platforms that seem to be genuine offers.

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