roommate scam

A Reddit user describes a suspected housing scam where a stranger contacted them via Facebook about a roommate listing. The scammer requested photos, rental details, and scheduling a FaceTime call but did not provide payment or personal information. The user emphasized they did not share sensitive data beyond publicly available Facebook info.

A roommate, referred to as Mike, has been involved in multiple scams, including losing $7,000 to a crypto scheme and $60,000 via a fraudulent cashier's check. He is also engaged in a deceptive relationship, sharing fake profiles from a scammer on a dating site. A friend is deeply concerned and seeks advice to protect their home and Mike from further exploitation.