15 red flags to watch for when booking a vacation rental

Sabah Karimi

Whether you’ve got your eye on an Airbnb beach house or a HomeAway yurt, take the time to vet the property and make sure your vacation home rentals reservation is on the up and up.

If you ignore some common red flags you could end up paying higher fees than you expected — or worse, find there is nowhere to stay when you get to your destination. Knowing what signs to look for when you’re ready to rent a home can prevent you from becoming the next victim of a travel scam. Look out for these 15 red flags when you’re booking vacation rentals — it will not only save you time and a potential headache — it might help you save money on your vacation, too.

This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 15 Red Flags to Watch for When Booking a Vacation Rental

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