Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Ohio

I'm getting ready to lease an apartment where the owner is currently out of state. She is having a caretaker take care of the property here in town. My question is, how do I make sure this is legit? She wants a $900 deposit, which I'm willing to do. What sort of payment should I use to guarantee the money in the event she's a scammer? I've always rented from apartment companies and not from private property owners.

Asked on 8/04/09, 10:26 pm

Dan Guinn Guinn Law Firm, LLC

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There is not a lot you can do. Are you able to meet with the caretaker? You could give her the money once you get the key to the place.

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Answered on 8/06/09, 3:52 pm

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