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Do you trust Craigslist ad?

Can I trust craigslist ad?

  • I will move to new york in september and I am finding an apartment in new york area. Since I want to save money, I need someone who want to share room. So I am searching potential roommate on craigslist. I think there are lots of fake ads on craigslist. So how can i tell the ad is real?

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    You can't. You're going to need to talk to the potential roommate a lot before you commit to anything and make sure you're compatible, lay down ground rules, stuff like that. You don't want to move in with someone to find that they're running a meth lab out of the apartment or anything. That said, there are plenty of honest people on Craigslist too, so just make sure you know the person you're moving in with.

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Your situation is tough because you're not in NY, but I personally think that with everything going on with Craigslist these days it is very scary. I only sell on the site, and only meet in public. I don't think I would ever look for a roommate on the site because of the danger, and scams. honestly, I would just say not to look. BUT never give any personal info and you'll be fine in that sense. OR money...ever. If you know people in NY why not get facts from the craigslist poster and verify certain details with someone who knows the area?

KelsiHB

I really wouldn't trust craigslist, but it's up to you. I would try to call actual rooms and see if someone legit is okay with having a roommate. Be very careful, please. Good luck!

RockerZ28

I usually check if there is an e-mail adress, and phone number! Then e-mail the guy, and call him, then meet him before making any decisions!

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