Facebook Marketplace has become a major source of rental listings—and rental scams. The platform's social integration gives scammers new tools: fake profiles with stolen photos, hacked legitimate accounts, and Messenger payment requests that bypass Facebook's fraud detection...
Safety16 min read•January 13, 2025
Facebook Marketplace Rental Scams: The Complete 2025 Guide
How scammers exploit Facebook Marketplace for rental fraud, including fake profiles, hacked accounts, and Messenger payment scams. Protection strategies included.
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