Rental File Fraud on the Rise: A Growing Concern in High-Demand Areas

Rental fraud is becoming increasingly common in areas with high demand, leading to a sharp rise in rental file fraud. According to the Guy Hoquet network, there has been a 30% increase in false documents being presented between 2021 and 2023. In Paris and the inner suburbs, more than one in five rental files is affected by this issue, as reported by Imodirect, an online rental management platform. This represents a 15% increase compared to 2022.

While the phenomenon is less prevalent in the region (affecting one in eight rental files), there has still been a significant 30% increase compared to 2022. Director of Imodirect, Antoine Marck, highlights the challenging situation, stating that competition has intensified due to potential buyers being unable to purchase properties, leading them to remain in the rental market for longer periods. Previously, rental tension was primarily focused on studios, but now this trend is also impacting T2 and T3 properties.