Rental scams in PG hunting — 8 red flags to avoid

1. Price is far below everything else in the area.
2. "Owner is abroad, send token to hold the room."
3. Pressure to pay within minutes.
4. Refusal to do a live video tour.
5. Payment to a personal UPI ID that doesn't match the business name.
6. Photos that look like a hotel or are found elsewhere online.
7. No address shared until after payment.
8. No written terms at all.

Spotted one? Use "Report this listing" on CoShelters or raise a Safety ticket — these are prioritised.