Fake renter scams now taking advantage of Zelle to receive money from victims

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Fake renter scams now taking advantage of Zelle to receive money from victims
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One fake potential renter even took the time to forge a relationship with their victim -- before asking for their money back via Zelle, knowing the check they sent would bounce.

As tax season ramps up, many taxpayers are finding out some losses they suffered last year due to being scammed are no longer tax deductible."I've heard so many bad stories about people being scammed," Hunt told 7 On Your Side,"but I figured with Zelle being offered by my bank... the FDIC insurance would cover anything wrong."Both Hunt and Jung want you to know, once you send money with Zelle, it is very tough to get it back.

7 On Your Side is reaching out to both banks and will have an update if they come through with refunds, but as our Michael Finney says, we are not holding our breath. Refunds have been scattered at best.

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