The Rental Scam Epidemic in Singapore: Why Rently is Declaring War on Fraudsters

Feb 11, 2025

The Rental Scam Epidemic in Singapore: Why Rently is Declaring War on Fraudsters

How Rental Scams in Singapore Work

Scammers have become alarmingly sophisticated. They pose as landlords or agents, listing fake properties online with attractive prices. They pressure renters into making upfront payments, often claiming that demand is high and the unit will be gone if they don’t act fast. By the time victims realize they’ve been deceived, the scammer has disappeared—along with their deposit.

These fraudulent schemes have been spreading like wildfire across property platforms, social media groups, and messaging apps. And despite growing awareness, the numbers are climbing, not slowing down. That’s why we refuse to stand by and watch.

Rently’s Mission: Zero Scammers, Zero Losses

At Rently, we’ve built a platform where scammers don’t stand a chance. Not a single scammer has ever operated on Rently—and we’re making sure it stays that way. Here’s how we do it:

  1. Verified Listings Only – Every listing on Rently goes through a rigorous verification process. If a property isn’t real, it doesn’t make it onto our platform. Period.

  2. Secure Payment System – We never ask renters to transfer money directly to landlords. Our built-in payment system ensures funds are handled safely and released only when the rental process is legitimate.

  3. Full Transparency – Unlike shady listings on random websites, Rently provides complete documentation, clear contracts, and protected transactions so that you always know who you’re dealing with.

  4. No Middlemen, No Fake Agents – We work with licensed property managers and verified landlords. If someone isn’t who they claim to be, they’re out.

  5. Instant Scam Reporting – We actively investigate any suspicious activity. Our AI-powered fraud detection system flags anomalies before they become problems.

How You Can Protect Yourself from Rental Scams

While we fight scammers head-on, here’s how you can shield yourself from falling victim:

  • Never make upfront payments without verification. A legitimate landlord will never rush you into paying before viewing a property or signing a contract.

  • Meet in person or do a video walkthrough. If the landlord refuses, it’s a red flag.

  • Use verified platforms like Rently. The safest way to rent is through a system designed to eliminate scams.

  • Check CEA’s public register. Make sure the agent you’re dealing with is licensed.

  • Be skeptical of deals that seem too good to be true. If the price looks like a steal, it probably is.

  • Pushy agents can be a red flag too. If they are rude, and tell you that if you don’t sign now you could lose the place — it might be a scam.

Join the Fight Against Scammers

The rental market should be a place where people find homes—not where they lose their savings to criminals. At Rently, we are on a mission to wipe out rental scams for good and make renting safe, fair, and stress-free.

The message is simple: If you rent through Rently, you will never be scammed. Ever.

If you’ve been scammed, if you’re worried about renting, or if you just want a better way to find a home—join us in this fight.

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