<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0Aq2ro_1GqdffyP00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0Aq2ro_1GqdffyP00" width="800" height="450" ></figure>BEAUFORT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) -- The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has been receiving reports regarding social media scams involving real estate and property rentals.According to authorities, scammers are posing as real estate agencies, property managers, or rental representatives and collecting application fees, deposits, or other payments from prospective renters.The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office is informing individuals who may be searching for properties online to be sure to verify the listing before sending any money. This can be done by contacting the real estate agency or property management company, or also setting an appointment directly with the agency.Be wary of individuals who request payments through cash apps, wire transfers, gift cards, or other non-traditional payment methods. Scams can be reported to the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office at (252)-946-0101 24 hours a day.Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WNCT.</div></body>

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BEAUFORT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) -- The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has been receiving reports regarding social media scams involving real estate and property rentals. According to authorities, scammers are posing as real estate agencies, property managers, or rental representatives and collecting application fees, deposits, or other payments from prospective renters.

Scammers targeting Beaufort County property seekers

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BEAUFORT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) -- The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has been receiving reports regarding social media scams involving real estate and prop

Scammers targeting Beaufort County property seekers

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