Police have warned of a seasonal increase in rental scams, which typically intensify during the summer amid higher demand. Fraudsters use real property photos and post listings at below-market prices, posing as agents to secure advance payments without showing the property. Foreign nationals are particularly vulnerable, as many attempt to arrange housing before arriving in the country. In 2025, authorities recorded 725 such cases, though the actual number is believed to be significantly higher. Police advise renters to be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, verify agents carefully, and avoid making any payments before viewing the property in person. Material taken from https://t.me/portugal_noticias