216-539-7410

I just got an email from tracy.jones001@yahoo.com answering my request!!!!!!
But thanks someone that puts a very cheap post warning us about scams on craiglist and teaching us how to recognize a scam, I decided to look up this email on google and I found you guys here.

Tracy is still doing her thing...this has to stop!!!!

Story of an Australian who was taken by this scam:
http://ohdannyboy.blogspot.com/2007/09/new-yo ... ng-for-all.html

Attention everyone!!!!

Watch out for this other email:  billtodd48@rocketmail.com

Pretty sure its a scam as well just like  tracy.jones001@yahoo.com

I asked for a phone number for a friend of mine in NY to contact him and he came with a bunch of bla bla bla asking for money money money....

Thank you all, I am communicating with kimberly_wallace01@yahoo.com, and distrusted by the low cost of the apartment. Anyway, I believe that if not for this forum I would also be the victim of a coup.
But after you have gone through it, found a site or person of trust to find an apartment in NY?

Thanks again

Thank you all, I am communicating with kimberly_wallace01@yahoo.com, and distrusted by the low cost of the apartment. Anyway, I believe that if not for this forum I would also be the victim of a coup.
But after you have gone through it, found a site or person of trust to find an apartment in NY?

Thanks again

This sounds like the apartment for rent scam again

Also using:
NAME: Kim Walker
ADDRESS: 236 Hinsdale Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Kimberly_wallace01@yahoo.com

glad I found this! Also a few spelling mistakes in the contract which seemed 'iffy'.

I saw an add (Craig's list) for an Upper West Side apartment  for rent and inquired about the address and fees.  Luckily, I live in New York and was only looking for a weekend apartment in the summer, close to Central Park.  I googled his email address once something told me something wasn't right.  I am posting his email address here and hopefully it will help someone out before it's too late.  If it sounds too good to be true, IT IS!   There is no way ANYONE legitimate is renting out their apartment for $50 a day, which is what this Rudy person's add read.  Best of luck.  And may these scammers get what they deserve.  

rudy_wellington@yahoo.com

The Tracy Jones Scam is still on

a 50 USD apartment in Manhattan & response within 5 minutes of my mail -It was too good to be true

Google & found response from you guys

Thanks Everyone ,Lets keep up the good work

EDWARDO-SUITE VACATION RENTAL              CONTACT  TRACY JONES FOR ANY HELP
                       CONTRACT AGREEMENT AND   BOOKING RENTAL  INFORMATION SHEET     PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN WITH PAYMENT
New York  License Reg. No: 10023NY
50 W 57th St New York , NY 10019 PHONE: 216-539-7410 EMAIL:tracy.jones001@yahoo.com
RENTER’S  NAME: _____________________________________________________________  
 
RENTER’S ADDRESS: (Include City, State, Zip) ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ RENTER’S HOME PHONE; BUSINESS PHONE; FAX NUMBER; E-MAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________________  
 
RESERVED DATES: IN: ______OUT:_______  

NUMBER OF ADULTS________; CHILDREN________; PETS_______________  1. AGREEMENT:  EDWARDO-SUITE VACATION RENTAL, the Owner, and Renter agree as follows: Above Renter is an adult and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved period. Other occupants will be family members, friends or responsible adults. Use of the premises will be denied to persons not falling within the foregoing categories, and as a result they would have to vacate the property immediately without any refund. No keys will be issued to anyone who is not an adult.  2. PETS: We allow pets under the following conditions.. Guest with pets must check out one hour earlier so the cleaning staff has ample time to sanitize the home. You MUST clean up after your pet. That includes properly disposing of all waste material. If any waste material is found on the property, a portion of your pet deposit will not be refunded. You must also maintain control of your pet at all times, and NEVER leave a dog unattended. If you are leaving for the day and don't want to take the dog with you, you must put it in a local kennel or find alternative solutions to leaving the dog alone at our property. (If you are renting our property on a month to month basis, it is acceptable to leave your pet at the home while you are away). You must clean the home to the same level it was when you arrived; meaning pet hairs should not be visible. Any complaints from neighbors regarding excessive noise or other nuisances may be cause for immediate termination of the lease and forfeiture of the Renter's entire security deposit. 3. SECURITY DEPOSIT: The security deposit is $150 for a vacation rental. This includes Pet Deposits if applicable. Your security deposit is fully refundable at the time of your departure provided that real and personal property are in the same condition as when occupancy commenced and all terms of this agreement are met. Renter is liable for all replacements and repairs that are outside what is considered normal wear and tear.4a. PAYMENT SCHEDULE :
Total Rent Quoted :$150 Your deposit bill :50%($75) of rent,  plus $150 refundable security=$225. You are to pay $225 to hold your dates (3nights)Total balance payable on your arrival is= $75.  
MODE OF PAYMENT : WESTERN UNION …I hereby authorized you to wire transfer the deposit to My Accountant. Immediately I confirm the payment via Western Union I will forward you the confirmation of booking along with the receipt.
NAME: Derek Anthony Stewart ADDRESS: 200 S 10th St,  CITY: Terre Haute STATE: INDIANA ZIPCODE: 47807 COUNTRY: USA

5. CANCELLATION: Should you wish to cancel this reservation, notice of cancellation MUST BE IN WRITING AND RECEIVED MORE THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR CHECK IN DATE. We will refund the sums you have paid, less a $100 cancellation fee.
6. CHECK IN: Check in time is 10:00 AM. EARLY CHECK IN TIMES ARE ALLOWED ONLY WHEN THE PROPERTY IS CLEANED AND READY FOR OCCUPANCY AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS REQUIRED. Keys will be ready for pick up at property location. Or we can send down the keys to you hope it will be in a safe hands  7. CHECK OUT: Check out time is 12:00 PM, except for guest with pets , it is 9:00 AM. THERE IS AN EXTRA CHARGE FOR LATE CHECK OUT AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS NEEDED. Please leave all keys and remote controls at the location. A $50 hour fee will be charged for each hour (or portion thereof) past the required check out time. A $50 per item fee will be charged for each lost key. 8. CLEANING: Each property will be inspected, sanitized and cleaned after your departure. The rental fee you have paid will provide for four hours of normal cleaning so that you can enjoy your vacation up to the last moment. YOU ARE REQUIRED to leave the property in the same general condition that you received it by making sure, dishes are done and put away, and the home is generally picked up and ready to be vacuumed, dusted and sanitized  9. WHAT WE SUPPLY: The property is equipped and set up as a fully furnished property that will include bedspreads, linens, blankets, pillows, towels, as well as a fully equipped kitchen, TVs, furnishings, BBQ grill, and outdoor furniture.  10. WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING: Personal toiletries.


11. RENTERS LIABILITY: Renter agrees to accept liability for any damages caused to the property (other than normal wear and tear) by Renter or Renters guests, including, but not limited to, landscaping, misuse of appliances, and/or equipment furnished. If damages are in excess of the security deposit being held, Renter agrees to reimburse EDWARDO-SUITE VACATION RENTAL for costs incurred to repair/replace damaged items.
12. SLEEPING CAPACITY/DISTURBANCES: Renters and all other occupants will be required to vacate the premises and forfeit the rental fee and security deposit for any of the following: A. Occupancy exceeding the sleeping capacity stated on the reservation confirmation. B. Using the premises for any illegal activity including, but not limited to, the possession, serving or consumption of alcoholic beverages by or to persons less than 18 years of age. C. Causing damage to the premises rented or to any of the neighboring properties. D. Any other acts which interferes with neighbors' right to quiet enjoyment of their property.
13. HOLD HARMLESS: EDWARDO-SUITE VACATION RENTAL  does not assume any liability for loss, damage or injury to persons or their personal property.
EDWARDO-SUITE VACATION RENTAL  Accept liability for any loss or damage caused by weather conditions, natural disasters, acts of God, or other reasons beyond its control.
14 There from. In any action concerning the rights, duties or liabilities of the parties to this agreement, their principals, agents, successors or assignees the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs.  
REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE RENTING A PRIVATE HOME. PLEASE TREAT IT WITH THE SAME RESPECT YOU WOULD LIKE SHOWN TO YOUR OWN HOME.
Renter SIGNATURE___________________________________________ DATE________________
I have signed in all pages so do fill the form and sign to enable me proceed with the booking.

I got the same contract and decided to call the number and was disconnected.  When I googled Edwardo suite vacation I saw this page.  I had a gut feeling as well.  Thank all of you for your comments, it saved me. No Tracy Jones...

Just happened to me as well! I would like to report this to authorities, but as a Swiss I don't know where to go! Now I am at the airport and have to find a hotel. This ad should be removed from Craigslist! Who can handle this?

Yes!it's definitely scam!! Don't pay!!

This is scam! Watch out!

Thank you so much! I was just about to book her apartment!!!

We also almost rented am appartment from craigslist. We didn't like a contract agreement and sent them this e mail:
Hello!
We read a contract agreement. We have some questions.
1.    We would like to pay 500$ deposit upon arrival.
2.    If we use Western Union money Transfer what we write in details of payment?
3.    We would like to see any document proving that you are an owner and that you have right to give your apartment for vacation rental.
4.    Give us please an exact address of apartment.

This is an answer from Dal Meljoe from   JOE& GULLEY RENTAL :
We are glad you are renting from us,you are to complete and send back to us the contract agreement form before we can go further on the booking,without you complete and send to us the contract agreement form we are sorry we can not confirm your booking.As soon as we received the signed agreement form we shall forward to you our western union money transfer detail,and answer all the question asked...Waiting for your response soon.

They refused to answer!!
also we got similar answer from Jane Synovec. from Edwardo Suit Vacation Rental
Then we googled and found  your posts about scammers! THANK YOU EVERYONE!!! You saved us from scammers!!!

Thank you all. I was going to make the payment today. Thank God I googled it and found your post ....Thnxxx again

We were almost scammed as well.  Do not listen to any of it!  Same as above ^^^ with the offer and Agreement.  WE ARE SO THANKFUL that we found this site because we were on our way to WU.

i found an add on craigslist for a vacation rental in oahu hi that sounds just like the adds that are beeing refered to here. the rental co is known as hollyward-suites vacation rental. i asked for a contract agreement and they sent one right away. the contact persons name is debby wale. i strated doing some research on the person and the company but could not find any results. upon closer inspection of the contract, i noticed that the doc form was titled as edwardo_suite doc. although everything in the doc was listed as hollyward-suites. the terms of the agrement are listed exactly as the terms being discused on this forum. i cant be sure that this is the same scam but i think that i will pass due to the name of the doc brought me to this site.

HOLLYWARD-SUITE VACATION RENTAL              CONTACT DEBBY WALE FOR ANY HELP
                       CONTRACT AGREEMENT AND   BOOKING RENTAL  INFORMATION SHEET     PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN WITH PAYMENT
Honolulu License Reg. No: A10H01C9 HI
                                              2161 Kalia Rd Honolulu, HI 96815, USA                                                     PHONE:  530 413 8558
EMAIL:debbywale001@hotmail.com
RENTER’S  NAME: _____________________________________________________________  
 
RENTER’S ADDRESS: (Include City, State, Zip) ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ RENTER’S HOME PHONE; BUSINESS PHONE; FAX NUMBER; E-MAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________________  
 
RESERVED DATES: IN: ______OUT:_______  

NUMBER OF ADULTS________; CHILDREN________; PETS_______________  1. AGREEMENT:  HOLLYWARD-SUITE VACATION RENTAL, the Owner, and Renter agree as follows: Above Renter is an adult and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved period. Other occupants will be family members, friends or responsible adults. Use of the premises will be denied to persons not falling within the foregoing categories, and as a result they would have to vacate the property immediately without any refund. No keys will be issued to anyone who is not an adult.  2. PETS: We allow pets under the following conditions.. Guest with pets must check out one hour earlier so the cleaning staff has ample time to sanitize the home. You MUST clean up after your pet. That includes properly disposing of all waste material. If any waste material is found on the property, a portion of your pet deposit will not be refunded. You must also maintain control of your pet at all times, and NEVER leave a dog unattended. If you are leaving for the day and don't want to take the dog with you, you must put it in a local kennel or find alternative solutions to leaving the dog alone at our property. (If you are renting our property on a month to month basis, it is acceptable to leave your pet at the home while you are away). You must clean the home to the same level it was when you arrived; meaning pet hairs should not be visible. Any complaints from neighbors regarding excessive noise or other nuisances may be cause for immediate termination of the lease and forfeiture of the Renter's entire security deposit. 3. SECURITY DEPOSIT: The security deposit is $200 for a vacation rental. This includes Pet Deposits if applicable. Your security deposit is fully refundable at the time of your departure provided that real and personal property are in the same condition as when occupancy commenced and all terms of this agreement are met. Renter is liable for all replacements and repairs that are outside what is considered normal wear and tear. 4a. PAYMENT SCHEDULE :
Total Rent Quoted :$700 Your deposit bill :  50%($350) of rent,  plus $200 refundable security=$550. You are to pay $550 to hold your dates (2weeks) You will pay the balance of $350..00 during your arrival.
MODE OF PAYMENT : BANK TRANSFER…I hereby authorized you to wire transfer the deposit to My Accountant. Immediately I confirm the payment via Bank Transfer I will forward you the confirmation of booking along with the receipt. Type of Account:Interest Checking Account Bank Name: Ally Bank Account Name: Mary Hale Account number: 1030885220 Routing number:124003116
5. CANCELLATION: Should you wish to cancel this reservation, notice of cancellation MUST BE IN WRITING AND RECEIVED MORE THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR CHECK IN DATE. We will refund the sums you have paid, less a $100 cancellation fee.
6. CHECK IN: Check in time is 10:00 AM. EARLY CHECK IN TIMES ARE ALLOWED ONLY WHEN THE PROPERTY IS CLEANED AND READY FOR OCCUPANCY AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS REQUIRED. Keys will be ready for pick up at property location. Or we can send down the keys to you hope it will be in a safe hands  7. CHECK OUT: Check out time is 12:00 PM, except for guest with pets , it is 9:00 AM. THERE IS AN EXTRA CHARGE FOR LATE CHECK OUT AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS NEEDED. Please leave all keys and remote controls at the location. A $50 hour fee will be charged for each hour (or portion thereof) past the required check out time. A $50 per item fee will be charged for each lost key. 8. CLEANING: Each property will be inspected, sanitized and cleaned after your departure. The rental fee you have paid will provide for four hours of normal cleaning so that you can enjoy your vacation up to the last moment. YOU ARE REQUIRED to leave the property in the same general condition that you received it by making sure, dishes are done and put away, and the home is generally picked up and ready to be vacuumed, dusted and sanitized  9. WHAT WE SUPPLY: The property is equipped and set up as a fully furnished property that will include bedspreads, linens, blankets, pillows, towels, as well as a fully equipped kitchen, TVs, furnishings, BBQ grill, and outdoor furniture.  10. WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING: Personal toiletrie

11. RENTERS LIABILITY: Renter agrees to accept liability for any damages caused to the property (other than normal wear and tear) by Renter or Renters guests, including, but not limited to, landscaping, misuse of appliances, and/or equipment furnished. If damages are in excess of the security deposit being held, Renter agrees to reimburse HOLLYWARD-SUITE VACATION RENTAL for costs incurred to repair/replace damaged items.
12. SLEEPING CAPACITY/DISTURBANCES: Renters and all other occupants will be required to vacate the premises and forfeit the rental fee and security deposit for any of the following: A. Occupancy exceeding the sleeping capacity stated on the reservation confirmation. B. Using the premises for any illegal activity including, but not limited to, the possession, serving or consumption of alcoholic beverages by or to persons less than 18 years of age. C. Causing damage to the premises rented or to any of the neighboring properties. D. Any other acts which interferes with neighbors' right to quiet enjoyment of their property.
13. HOLD HARMLESS: HOLLYWARD-SUITE VACATION RENTAL  does not assume any liability for loss, damage or injury to persons or their personal property.
HOLLYWARD-SUITE VACATION RENTAL  Accept liability for any loss or damage caused by weather conditions, natural disasters, acts of God, or other reasons beyond its control.
14 There from. In any action concerning the rights, duties or liabilities of the parties to this agreement, their principals, agents, successors or assignees the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs.  
REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE RENTING A PRIVATE HOME. PLEASE TREAT IT WITH THE SAME RESPECT YOU WOULD LIKE SHOWN TO YOUR OWN HOME.
Renter SIGNATURE___________________________________________ DATE________________
I have signed in all pages so do fill the form and sign to enable me proceed with the booking.