If rent is posted cheaper than average, is there typically a catch?

[SabinaV]

I've heard in the past some say it could be haunted.
While the person sharing wasn't superstitious.

[jennifer_bloom]

I heard some people use rent to trick women into human trafficking and forced domestic labour. It’s why I would never rent a very cheap and shared space that is lower than the normal market price range. It might seem like a money and domestic labour saver, but you are putting your life at risk.

[Smegskull]

Some people under price to attract people into a bidding war.
Some people have policies on the house that make getting someone in at any price is better than leaving it unoccupied.
I know one guy who's father rented his house out really cheap to tank its value to reduce the inheritance tax the kids would pay.

[NathanDavis]

some people might just need the money...

or, not really need the money but for someone to get the plane running and squatters free...

[slatyb]

Not necessarily, but go look at the property. We managed to get a below-market flat in Seattle and have been there ten years.

[jamesgoldman]

Could be a scam or an issue... I know a few landlords who rent at below market rates because they paid cash for their properties and only view them as a pension fund

[Dargil]

Just ask to read the rental agreement. If they won't let you read it, do not rent the apartment.

[exitseven]

Yes, it usually means there is a problem. Same thing with buying real estate.

[Iron_Man]

It’s a catch. The guy wants action from you.

[msc545]

Be careful, a lot of this stuff is just scams.

[Anonymous]

Could also be a scam

[strateguy632]

Not haunted