What is the "Fake luxury ski chalet rental listings" scam in Aspen?

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Listings for Aspen and Snowmass luxury ski homes on Craigslist, Facebook, and off-platform sites at 30-50 percent below VRBO rates collect full payment of 10,000-40,000 dollars via wire transfer. Victims arrive to find either a locked house owned by an unrelated party or a property that does not exist. Photos are stolen from real VRBO luxury listings. Book through Airbnb Luxe, VRBO, Aspen Collection, Aspen Luxury Vacation Rentals, or established rental managers with a physical office in Aspen. Never wire transfer for a first-time booking. Verify the property address on county records.

Accommodation Scams in Aspen

Fake luxury ski chalet rental listings

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