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FAQs
How do I respond to an apartment ad on Craigslist? ›
- Click "Reply."
- A window with response options will appear. ...
- Make sure the response address is highlighted and copy it to your clipboard. ...
- Now open your email program and start a new message.
- Paste the response address into the "To" field.
Many of the scams start with a generic inquiry asking if the item is still available or if you are the original owner. The reason for this is to quickly test to see if the seller is responsive. There's generally no mention of the item you're selling or any questions specific to the item.
How do you know if a Craigslist reply is real? ›Read the email you receive in response to your Craigslist ad very carefully. Look for poor grammar, misspelled words or strange phrases. Many scam artists are from outside the country and may not speak or write English well. They typically send form letters stuffed with big promises hundreds or thousands of times.
How do you respond to a housing ad? ›Mention specific things from the ad.
If they said they have a massive kitchen, talk about how much you love cooking five-course meals for your roommates. If they mention that the available room comes with a shared bathroom, mention how quick your showers are, or how spotless your current bathroom is!
When you reply directly from Craigslist, your email address will be visible to the recipient. To reply anonymously, you need to create a free Web-based email address, which does not contain identifiable information.
Should you give your phone number on Craigslist? ›Avoid adding any personal information in the posting, including your name, real phone number or real email address. Always use the generated email address on your Craigslist posts.
What does a red flag on Craigslist mean? ›A Craigslist flag marks Craigslist advertising as inappropriate, and if enough people flag the ad, it will be automatically removed. You can also contact Craigslist about inappropriate content – or recommend posts for Best of Craigslist, a kind of Craigslist Hall of Fame.
Why do people spell out phone numbers on Craigslist? ›By writing it out people avoid the system testing to restrict sharing. To avoid being flagged. The rules of posting say not to use phone numbers but there is no proof that anyone is policing the site to delete ads that do so.
How do I make sure someone is legit on Craigslist? ›- Deal locally. It's always safest to finalize a transaction in person. ...
- Examine the product before finalizing a sale. ...
- Don't accept or send a cashier's check, certified check or money order as payment. ...
- Use cash — safely. ...
- Don't share your personal information.
Pay close attention to the Craigslist ad description
If the image doesn't match, that's not a good sign. In addition, avoid ads that use vague or overly generalized language. Genuine sellers typically provide a wealth of information to describe the item and its condition.
Can I just reply to a Craigslist email? ›
To reply to a Craigslist post, just click the reply button. To use your device's default email app, select the first link. Otherwise, select the web-based email you use (like Gmail or Yahoo) or copy and paste the email address at the bottom of the window into a new email manually.
How do you respond to a Craigslist job ad? ›To respond to a job listing on Craigslist you must email the poster. You can navigate to the email from the job posting. In your email, you should introduce yourself, express your interest in the job, and briefly touch on the skills, experience, and qualifications that you possess.
Why are there fake apartment ads on Craigslist? ›The property either doesn't exist or the scammer does not own it and has no right to rent it. In either case, they try to get you to send a deposit before you ever see the property. Or they are using the rental ad to steal personal information. A rental scam can occur anywhere.
How do you communicate with buyers on Craigslist? ›Craigslist provides proxy email addresses to sellers, and it's a good idea to use them so browsers can't spam your actual email address. Once a potential buyer is truly interested, however, it's okay to switch communication to your cell phone; most buyers appreciate being able to text.
How to spot a rental scammer on Craigslist? ›- Always check the property's address on search sites, and if you can, research the owner.
- If the price is too good to be true, it probably is. ...
- If the landlord makes the rental too easy, then you should be careful.