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How a Property Management Company in Rancho Palos Verdes, California is Protecting Landlords from Rising Rental Fraud
SAN PEDRO, CA - Rental fraud is a growing threat to property owners in San Pedro and Rancho Palos Verdes, California, as scammers use fake applications, fraudulent rental listings, and unauthorized subletting to exploit both landlords and tenants. Harbor Property Management - San Pedro [https://www.harborpm.com/cities-served/san-pedro-property-management/], a trusted property management company in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, is raising awareness of these increasing risks and providing solutions to help property owners safeguard their investments.The Growing Threat of Rental Fraud
Rental fraud has become a widespread issue in Los Angeles County, with an increase in fraudulent lease applications and online rental scams. A 2024 study by Snappt found that 6.4% of all rental applications contain fraudulent information, putting landlords at risk of rent loss, prolonged evictions, and financial damages.
Scammers frequently list fake rental properties online, tricking tenants into paying security deposits for homes that do not exist or are already rented out. Rently reports that 93% of renters believe rental scams are a major issue, with nearly half of victims losing more than $1,000 due to fraudulent transactions.
How a Property Management Company in Rancho Palos Verdes, California Can Help Landlords
Landlords who fall victim to rental fraud often face long eviction battles, unpaid rent, and legal complications. Without proper tenant screening, property owners risk renting to individuals using fake identities, falsified income statements, or fabricated rental histories.
As a leading property management company in Rancho Palos Verdes [https://www.harborpm.com/property-management-services/], California, Harbor Property Management - San Pedro offers thorough tenant verification, background checks, and rental history screenings to help landlords identify fraudulent applicants before signing a lease. The company also monitors online rental platforms to ensure that scammers are not illegally using property listings to deceive potential tenants.
"Many landlords don't realize how common rental fraud is until they experience it firsthand," said a Harbor Property Management - San Pedro representative. "Our goal is to provide secure leasing solutions that protect property owners from fraudulent tenants and illegal rental scams."
How Tenants Can Avoid Rental Scams
Tenants looking for rental homes in Rancho Palos Verdes and San Pedro should be cautious when browsing third-party rental websites. Many scams involve fraudulent landlords advertising properties they do not own and demanding upfront payments before disappearing.
To avoid scams, Harbor Property Management - San Pedro advises tenants to verify property listings directly with a licensed property manager in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, attend in-person property showings, and avoid making payments via cash or wire transfer, which are frequently used in rental fraud schemes.
Why Work with a Professional Property Manager in Rancho Palos Verdes, California?
With fraud risks increasing, landlords are turning to professional property management in Rancho Palos Verdes, California to handle tenant screening, lease enforcement, and rent collection securely. Harbor Property Management - San Pedro [https://www.facebook.com/HarborPropertyManagement] provides a secure leasing process that protects landlords from fraudulent tenants while ensuring compliance with California rental laws.
In addition to fraud prevention, the company offers tenant placement, lease enforcement, rent collection, and property maintenance coordination, helping landlords focus on their investments while reducing financial risk.
About Harbor Property Management - San Pedro
Harbor Property Management - San Pedro [https://maps.app.goo.gl/CDADPckAbwaFxLN9A] is a trusted property management company in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, providing full-service property management in San Pedro and Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The company specializes in tenant screening, leasing solutions, and legal compliance to help property owners protect their investments and reduce risk.
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