Rental deposit before viewing
Someone asks for a reservation or deposit before you can view the unit.
What it looks like
- Someone asks for a reservation or deposit before you can view the unit.
- The conversation usually moves toward sending money before enough verification.
Why it is risky
The risk is that payment becomes hard to reverse before you can confirm the seller, item, unit, ticket, or service.
Ask the seller this
Ask for viewing, proof of ownership, and written authorization before any deposit.
Safer options
- Use platform checkout when available.
- Choose COD or public meetup when practical.
- Keep screenshots of the listing, chat, and payment details.
How Check Muna evaluates it
- Rental category
- Deposit pressure
- Ownership or authorization evidence