Third-level students warned to be wary of scammers as they look for college accommodation

Threshold has launched its annual ‘Scamwatch’ campaign in partnership with the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) and the Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) to raise awareness around increasing scams.

Thereshold is encouraging incoming students to report suspicious advertisements for accommodation.

With over 250,000 students expected to return to college, and over 100,000 living in private rented accommodation, students are at risk the organisation says.

Threshold has offered a number of tips for students to avoid scams ahead of the academic year.

They advise students to inspect the property in person, ask for a contract, seek advice, don’t share personal information online, be aware of ‘red flags’ and don’t use unsecured methods of payment.

Threshold’s campaigns officer Cat Clark is encouraging students to contact the charity if they fall victim to a potential scam.

“With so many students entering the rental market for the first time this September, we are…

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Independent.ie