[quote=pabloesquobar]I think one version of this type of scam is when unauthorized individuals purport to have the ability to rent out a place, when they do not.
I suppose Bubble could find out whether that email contact knows the specifics of the location like you do, and if the method of money/key exchange is similar.[/quote]
pabloesquobar, this was my thought as well. I, too, believe the MO has to be the same in order for it to be legitimate.