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Initial Complaint
09/23/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Order Issues
- Status:
- Answered
Signed up for TurboTenant in 9/2023 based on it advertising it would run criminal background checks for potential apartment tenant. After enrolling I discovered this was not an accurate claim. I signed up for the product because I thought it would be a seamless way to find and screen applicants. However, after signing up, I discovered that they were unable to perform the criminal background check given the restrictions within the State. When I inquired as to if this would be able to be done later, after the initial application submission, I was informed it could not be but the applicant would still be charged the same $50 which is not seem fair and ultimately does not provide me with the information I need to adequately, screen the applicant. Therefore, I requested a refund for my subscription, which I ultimately had not used to list my property. They refused in-spite of multiple request. They now have charged me another $119 for another year long subscription which I never used in the first place.Business response
09/24/2024
Sareena,
Thank you for reaching out. We regret to hear about your experience, I would like to clarify our screening report process.
The fee charged to the applicant covers both the screening and the application process. Therefore, applicants are billed regardless of whether the screening is fully completed. It is important to note that there are limitations regarding **********'s reporting of criminal records in certain states. Specifically, the following states do not permit ********** to provide criminal history information: *******, ***********, ********, the ********************, ******, *****, ****, *****, ********, *************, ********, *******, ********, *************, **********, ********, **********, ************, ************, **************, ************, *******, and ********
Even in these cases, the screening report will still include critical information such as credit history, payment history, collection records, and civil records, among other details.
We do see that you have reached out to our support team regarding your subscription and account, which will be processed within the next 1-2 business days.Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
09/27/2024
Complaint: 22325609
I am rejecting this response because: I did receive my money back for the auto subscription renewal starting 9/24/24. However, I still request a prorated amount to be refunded for the subscription (Original payment $99 purchased 9/25/23) back from the original date I contacted your customer service (2/14/24) with my complaint realizing you are unable to provide criminal background checks for potential tenant. You will see after this date, upon learning this information, which was falsely advertised as part of the package, I never used your interface again, I never even listed my property with you all, I used a private realtor once I learned of your limited services.
Regards,
******* *****Business response
10/01/2024
Sareena,
As previously mentioned, TransUnion, not TurboTenant, is unable to provide criminal reports in certain states. In this case, you will receive the applicant's report, which will include all available information except for the criminal report.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, as outlined in our terms of use, we are unable to offer an additional refund for service purchases made in 2023. You can review our terms of use at the following link: **************************************************
Thank you for your understanding.
Best regards,Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
10/01/2024
Complaint: 22325609
I am rejecting this response because:I originally requested the refund long ago, as previously stated. Your unwillingness to refund, or to even provide a partial refund, to an unsatisfied customer based on the inaccurate representation of the services your interface can provide is a poor business practice and as such I reiterate to you again a request to honor my desire for a refund.
Regards,
******* *****Initial Complaint
09/14/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Service or Repair Issues
- Status:
- Resolved
I had to sign up for TurboTenant for a property I was trying to lease. I backed out of lease and am no longer renting the property. I canceled my TurboTenant account through email with a representative and told them I no longer need the account since I'm not renting that apartment. They acknowledged my request and cancel3d my account. Now, they've tried to charge my card three times for a subscription I already canceled. When asked about erroneous charges, they said they can't stop subscription until landlord marks lease as archived. They have since tried to charge my card twice and I've told them to stop. Numerous times I asked to cancel account and numerous times I've asked not to be charged. This company does not listen to the customer and operates solely on greed.Business response
09/17/2024
******,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this situation may have caused you. After reviewing your account, I can confirm that your subscription was indeed canceled, and there have been no attempts to renew it since September 14, 2024.
If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please dont hesitate to reach out. We are here to help and ensure that all of your concerns are addressed. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
09/17/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. If they try to charge me again, I will reopen my complaint.
Regards,
***************************Initial Complaint
08/31/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Service or Repair Issues
- Status:
- Answered
The registered landlord ************************* from TurboTenant withheld unreasonable amount of deposit from previous tenant ($500) in bad faith without providing reasons and invoices to clarify the charge, which has violated the provisions in California Civil Code sections ******. The deduction of the deposit also exceeded more than triple of the amount stated on the leasing contract. Having reached out to settle and negotiate without a response, I hereby submitted my complaint against the agency to look into my issue and return the unfair amount of charge imposed on me (previous tenant).Business response
09/03/2024
Hello Jingwen,
TurboTenant is the software that the landlord has chosen to manage their rental property, After a thorough investigation, we have found no indications of fraudulent activity or any related transactions processed through our platform. Unfortunately, as the payment in question was made outside of our system, we are unable to offer a refund or assist with the recovery of these funds.
To address this issue, we recommend contacting the landlord directly or disputing the charge with your bank. We understand this situation is frustrating and regret that we cannot be of further assistance.
If you have any other questions or need further support, please feel free to reach out.
Best regards,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceInitial Complaint
08/28/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Billing Issues
- Status:
- Resolved
Hello,I found a scam property listing affiliated with your website. I was scammed by a short term month to month predatory lease. I paid my screening fee but the landlord I applied to sent me a lease full of potential scams. How can I dispute this and get a refund? Receipt number: ********* Regards,****Business response
08/30/2024
Hello ****,
We understand how important security is, and take allegations of fraud very seriously. We have not found any fraudulent activity on this account. Additionally, because we pay third-party companies out of pocket for things like CC processing fees, transaction fees, screening fees, hosting & infrastructure costs, and more, we traditionally do not provide refunds once an application has been submitted successfully. However, we've sent the link to submit a refund request directly to your email address. Once you fill out that form, our team will review it and you can expect a response in 3 - 10 business days.
You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
Please reach out to ******************************** if you need any additional support and well be happy to help.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
08/30/2024
from: *************************** <************************>
to: *****************************************
cc: KayCee from TurboTenant <********************************>
date: Aug 30, 2024, 10:05 AM
subject: Complaint ID: ******** ** Urgent Follow-Up on Complaint Against TurboTenant Request for Refund and Investigation of Scammers**Dear Better Business Bureau and TurboTenant,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to follow up on the complaint I previously filed against TurboTenant concerning a fraudulent experience I encountered on their platform. I want to express my deep concern about the ongoing presence of scammers on TurboTenant's website, which allowed a fraudulent party to operate under their name, resulting in significant financial and personal information loss for me.
### Details of the Incident: 1. **Unverified Scammers on the Platform**: TurboTenant allowed a scammer to list a property, which I unfortunately engaged with. Despite what should be stringent verification processes, this scammer was able to post a listing, deceive potential tenants, and collect personal information and money for screening processes without any legitimate intent to lease a property. I attached the lease he sent me after the screening was done to see how he tried to scam me with short term lease.
2. **Loss Incurred**: As a result of this fraudulent activity, I have lost my money and, more concerningly, my personal information has been compromised. The implications of this breach of trust are significant and have caused me considerable distress.
3. **Lack of Accountability**: Despite the severity of the issue, TurboTenant has refused my request for a refund and has not provided any satisfactory explanation or resolution for how this scammer was allowed to operate on their platform. This lack of accountability is troubling, especially considering the trust users place in such platforms to safeguard their interactions and transactions.
### My Request:
1. **Immediate Refund**: I request an immediate refund of all amounts paid during the screening process and any other fees incurred due to this fraudulent listing.
2. **Investigation and Action**: I urge TurboTenant to conduct a thorough investigation into this matter, including how the scammer was able to list a fake property and potentially use a fake identity. It is crucial that TurboTenant strengthens its verification processes to prevent such incidents from recurring.
3. ****************************** Given that my personal information was shared during this process, I need assurance from TurboTenant on the steps they are taking to protect my data and prevent its misuse. The security of my information is paramount, and I expect a clear response on how this is being handled.
4. **Response to BBB**: I am seeking the Better Business Bureaus support in ensuring that TurboTenant addresses these concerns promptly and responsibly. The companys refusal to provide a refund or take accountability for the scammers operating on their platform is unacceptable.
### Conclusion: This situation has caused significant inconvenience and stress. As a victim of this scam, I am counting on TurboTenant to take the necessary steps to rectify this situation, including a full refund and a thorough investigation. I also hope that the BBB will assist in holding TurboTenant accountable for the safety and security of their platform and users. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of this matter.
Thank you for your attention to this serious issue.
Sincerely,
****
One attachmentBusiness response
09/05/2024
****,
Ensuring the security of our users is our highest priority, and we address all allegations of fraudulent activity with the utmost seriousness. Our Trust & Safety team has thoroughly investigated the matter and found no evidence of suspicious behavior from the landlord in question. You were notified directly after our investigation commenced in response to your complaint.
If you have any further concerns or questions, please feel free to continue the conversation within the existing thread with our team.
Thank you,Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
09/05/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Regards,
***************************Initial Complaint
08/20/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Product Issues
- Status:
- Resolved
I was the victim of I suppose a scam I was applying for a residential listing listed on turbo tenant website. I paid $55 for an application fee for the property and notified the landlord who then told me they do not use Turbo ***** for their property and that it was fraudulent. I notified turbo tenant of this, to which they stated that they would not be issuing a refund due to their policy.Business response
08/21/2024
Hello *****,
Because we pay third-party companies out of pocket for things like CC processing fees, transaction fees, screening fees, hosting & infrastructure costs, and more, we traditionally do not provide refunds once an application has been submitted successfully. While TurboTenant provides software for landlords to manage their rentals, we do not own or manage any of the properties listed. To avoid an issue like this in the future, I strongly recommend speaking with the landlord before applying, youll find an option to do this on the rental listing itself.
We do not see any indication that the landlord is not accepting applications through TurboTenant, as you mentioned in your refund request that was denied, per our terms of use.
You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
Please reach out to ******************************** if you need any additional support and well be happy to help.
Thank you,
*****
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
08/21/2024
Complaint: 22170143
I am rejecting this response because:
Regards,
*******************Business response
08/26/2024
*****,
While TurboTenant provides software for landlords to manage their rentals, we do not own or manage any of the properties listed. To avoid an issue like this in the future, I strongly recommend speaking with the landlord before applying, youll find an option to do this on the rental listing itself.
As a one-time courtesy, we have processed the refund, as we mentioned in an email that was sent today.
If you have any other questions, please let us know.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
09/06/2024
They have not resolved my issue at all!!!! They still refuse the refundBusiness response
09/06/2024
*****,
We processed your one-time courtesy refund on August 26, 2024. You should receive that refund on your card 6-10 business days later.
We also notified you of the refund, the same day we processed it. I would highly recommend contacting your bank if you do not receive your refund.
Thank you,
*****
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
09/06/2024
This matter has been settledInitial Complaint
08/15/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Sales and Advertising Issues
- Status:
- Answered
I am filing complaint against Turbotenant on prescreening tenants. According to the Fair Housing, it is a violation of fair practices.From the Fair Housing website; Use different qualification criteria or applications, or sale or rental standards or procedures,such as income standards, application requirements, application fees, credit analyses, sale or rental approval procedures or other requirementsI request this information be forward onto consumer protection for illegal business practices.Business response
09/10/2024
*****,
We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.
Accusing a business or landlord of violating the Fair Housing Act is a serious allegation that we do not take lightly. I would like to clarify; however, that prescreening is not a violation of the fair housing act. Our prescreening process involves asking prospective applicants a series of basic questions to help landlords assess whether an applicant meets their rental criteria. These questions cover employment details, monthly income, estimated credit score, number of occupants, pet ownership, and smoking habits. They do not ask any questions related to Taking action on a prospective tenant based on actions because of race, color, religion, (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, familial status, or national origin.
I would encourage you to review the website in which you pulled this information (************************************************************************************) for further details on the Fair Housing Act.
Please note that TurboTenant, the property management software used by landlords, does not participate in the decision-making process regarding applicant approval or tenant selection.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceInitial Complaint
08/14/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Product Issues
- Status:
- Answered
I completed an application for an apartment and was charged a $55 processing fee. Never received a response from them or the landlord as to whether I was approved or not. They just took my fee and that was the end. I dont even know if the landlord saw my application. Asked them for a refund and was deniedBusiness response
08/14/2024
Hello ******,
Because we pay third-party companies out of pocket for things like CC processing fees, transaction fees, screening fees, hosting & infrastructure costs, and more, we traditionally do not provide refunds once an application has been submitted successfully.
You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
We see that the landlord did send you a message on 7/31/24 asking you to submit their electronic pre-qualification form and received no response. Additionally, your refund request that was submitted to our Support Team on 8/6/24 was responded to within the 5-10 business day window that is provided when submitting your request.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceInitial Complaint
08/08/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Product Issues
- Status:
- Answered
Beware of Turbo Tenant they take fees for fraud properties on their site.I will be speaking to the news media soom about Turbo Tenant.My name is ************************************** sister name is ***************************.We had applied for 2 properties on Turbo Tenant website last month.I have paid application fees and background screen fees through your website Turbo tenant.It has been a week and I have not heard back om the 2 landlords for both properties yet.I'm very concerned and upset because I sent messages to both landlords 2 days ago through your website. Turbo Tenant needs to be blasted on Televisin and on CNN.Turbo Tenant is a scammer that use fake properties on their site.I asked Turbo Tenant to refund my money $120.00 and they refused to do so.I paid $60.00 per application fee on these crooks websites.Business response
08/12/2024
Hello *******,
I understand that this situation has not been ideal, and I am happy to clarify why we are not processing a refund in this situation.
We are a free software that landlords can utilize to market and manage their rental properties, we do not own or manage anything ourselves. You successfully submitted an application to this property on 7/12/24. From there, it is up to the landlord to review the application and determine if they would like to move forward with renting the property to the applicant. A refund is not being processed in this case because the the application was successfully submitted and the screening report was received by the landlord, per our Terms of Use.
You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
Please reach out to ******************************** if you need any additional support and well be happy to help.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
08/12/2024
Complaint: 22115074
I am rejecting this response because:
Regards,
***********************************Customer response
08/12/2024
Complaint: 22115074
I am rejecting this response because:
Regards,
***********************************Customer response
08/12/2024
Complaint: 22115074
I am rejecting this response because:
Regards,
***********************************Customer response
08/12/2024
I would like a full refund because a lot of the properties on their website to don't respond to the applicant. Turbo Tent allows people to pay application fees and don't do nothing to help their customers. ********************** is a fraud.Business response
08/23/2024
Hello *******,
While TurboTenant provides software for landlords to manage their rentals, we do not own or manage any of the properties listed. To avoid an issue like this inthe future, I strongly recommend speaking with the landlord before applying. Youll find an option to do this on the rental listing itself.
As mentioned previously, you successfully submitted an application to this property on 7/12/24. From there, it is up to the landlord to review the application and determine if they would like to move forward with renting the property to the applicant. A refund is not being processed in this case because the the application was successfully submitted and the screening report was received by the landlord, per our Terms of Use.
You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer ExperienceCustomer response
08/23/2024
Complaint: 22115074
I am rejecting this response because:
Regards,
***********************************Customer response
08/23/2024
I don't agree with the business decisions.Customer response
08/23/2024
I don't agree with business response.Initial Complaint
08/05/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Product Issues
- Status:
- Answered
Applied for an apartment, apartment listing was fake and slow response time. Requested apartment refund fee, support refused to refund. Requesting full refund and any undisclosed fees.Business response
08/07/2024
Hi *******,
Thank you for taking the time to submit a complaint and bringing this to our attention. Our records show you applied to the rental property on May 24, 2024 and a dispute of the $55 application fee was filed with your bank on June 6, 2024. We have complied with the request for documentation (our response to the dispute and the corresponding documentation were submitted on June 10, 2024). Your bank went in TurboTenant's favor and you should have been notified by your bank of their decision.
Additionally, our Trust & Safety team has completed a review of the listing and the landlord account in question and did not find any indicators of fraudulent activity to support your claims of a fake listing.
At this time, we will not be processing a refund for your application fee as the fee is clearly stated as being non-refundable at multiple points during the application process. You can read more regarding refunds in our Terms of Use here: **************************************************
Thank you,
Daisy
TurboTenant Customer Experience TeamInitial Complaint
07/25/2024
- Complaint Type:
- Service or Repair Issues
- Status:
- Answered
Someone was able to create an account on ********************** using my name, email, and house address without my consent. Turbo tenant allowed this person to steal my identity with their obviously lax security protocols for creating an account. The person was then able to list my property for rent without my consent. I have been unable to contact turbo tenant as they require a paid subscription to talk to a person. I was able to remove my house as a rental listing; however, it is still showing up on numerous websites and turbo tenant is still accepting pre-screen questionnaires.Business response
07/26/2024
Hello ********,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Upon further investigation, it appears that the listing was properly removed from TurboTenant, and the associated account has been closed. The listings visible on third-party websites are not affiliated with TurboTenant. Therefore, it will be necessary for you to contact the respective third-party listing platforms to request the removal of those listings, as they were not published by our platform.
If you have identified a specific site where the listing is still active, kindly provide the link or name of the site to our support team using the email ******************************** so that we can investigate further. All content originating from TurboTenant has been successfully removed.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer SupportCustomer response
07/26/2024
Complaint: 22043104
I am rejecting this response because: I want to know how this account was able to be opened in the first place. What are the business policies for opening and verifying an account? How was the fraudulent account in my name verified?and where does my request to delete all my information stand? I have not heard anything directly from from my inquiries to the business.
Regards,
*******************************Business response
07/30/2024
Hello ********,
We have several security measures in place, both automated and manual, to verify listings posted via TurboTenant. As you mentioned your personal email address was used to set up the TurboTenant account, I would highly recommend ensuring that your email address has not been compromised (I would start by changing your password immediately).
Your original complaint did not mention anything regarding a request to delete your account. If you would like to remove your personal information from TurboTenant, you can submit a request to do so here: ***********************************************************.
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer SupportCustomer response
07/30/2024
Complaint: 22043104
I am rejecting this response because:i filed the recommended paperwork. I continue to receive emails from TurboTenant about my fraudulent rental. TurboTenant refuses to contact me directly about either of these issues.
My email was never compromised as it is set up with two factor verification. Your security practices allowed someone to set up an account without confirming the email. If there is another plausible explanation please let me know.
Regards,
*******************************Business response
07/31/2024
********,
The CCPA request that you have submitted can take up to 10 business days to be completed by our team, your patience is appreciated.We have closed this account so you should no longer receive emails. I did look to make sure they were not sending and the last correspondence you had was 7/29/24. Additionally, we did contact you directly as mentioned in our previous response.
As you mentioned your personal email address was used to set up the TurboTenant account, I would highly recommend ensuring that your email address has not been compromised (I would start by changing your password immediately).
Thank you,
Danni
TurboTenant Customer SupportCustomer response
07/31/2024
Complaint: 22043104
I am rejecting this response because:The company is incorrect that they have responded directly to me. I have sent numerous emails to ******************************** and none of them have been answered. The email on July 29 was sent after my account was closed (by me on July 25). How is that possible?
Regards,
*******************************Customer response
07/31/2024
Dear BBB,
The company TurboTenant is unwilling to respond to inquiries through their support email. I also received an email 4 days after I closed the fraudulent account (see attached). This should not be possible.
Furthermore, they allow people to set up accounts without confirming an email. They keep telling me to change my password; however, I have two-factor authentication on my email, so there is no way someone gained access to my email without my knowledge. Alternatively, TurboTenant creates the fraudulent accounts to collect pre-screen fees or to show that they have customers. based on their unwillingness to provide concrete information or to respond to direct inquiries, I am beginning to suspect this is their business practice. What is the best method to request a further investigation of their business activities which are highly suspect?
Regards,
*****
Customer response
08/01/2024
I have included information about my gmail security settings. There is absolutely no way that someone got into my gmail account without my knowledge. I have had 2FA set up since 2021 and ****** logs all logins. The only logical way for an account to be set up with my information is that someone within TurboTenant allowed it without email confirmation or set it up themselves. If TurboTenant has another logical explanation, they have yet to provide it.
The first email I got from TurboTenant was on 7/21. I deleted it as I thought it was spam (because it is). I then continued to get messages. When the fraudulent listing was up, I would get 20 or so a day. Many of these individuals seem to have completed a pre-screen. I believe there is a fee associated with the pre-screen, which is likely motivation for TurboTenant to create fraudulent accounts.
********************** has not once replied to any of my emails directly to them. I also tried calling their number and there is an automated message that then hangs up.
Customer response
08/01/2024
I have included information about my gmail security settings. There is absolutely no way that someone got into my gmail account without my knowledge. I have had 2FA set up since 2021 and ****** logs all logins. The only logical way for an account to be set up with my information is that someone within TurboTenant allowed it without email confirmation or set it up themselves. If TurboTenant has another logical explanation, they have yet to provide it.
The first email I got from TurboTenant was on 7/21. I deleted it as I thought it was spam (because it is). I then continued to get messages. When the fraudulent listing was up, I would get 20 or so a day. Many of these individuals seem to have completed a pre-screen. I believe there is a fee associated with the pre-screen, which is likely motivation for TurboTenant to create fraudulent accounts.
********************** has not once replied to any of my emails directly to them. I also tried calling their number and there is an automated message that then hangs up.
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