Original Message:
Re: Proper Way to Pay for a Rental and not get Scammed (by Donald D.):
A Crook is a crook, is a crook, is a crook. IF a "Crook" is Determined (really intends) to Scam you, ...he WILL Succeed! Justice, is when a 'Crook' gets "Scammed".
'Problems' between Owner and Renter can be nearly avoided if they have 'considerable' dialogue (preferably via teleconversation) and a FINAL WRITTEN (and signed) AGREEMENT.