Property Agent
#1
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Property Agent
Hi All,
Were having problems getting in touch with a property agent, he is acting on behalf of the landlord and had promissed to hand over the keys. But since paying out the rental money and his commission we now cannot contact him he does not answer his phone.
The agent in question is known only as Malik and looks to be operating out of the Bur Dubai area. We do have an official green coloured rental contract with the landlord and she is also trying to contact this guy but having similar problems to us.
Any one know of this guy.
Appreciate any info.:curse:
Were having problems getting in touch with a property agent, he is acting on behalf of the landlord and had promissed to hand over the keys. But since paying out the rental money and his commission we now cannot contact him he does not answer his phone.
The agent in question is known only as Malik and looks to be operating out of the Bur Dubai area. We do have an official green coloured rental contract with the landlord and she is also trying to contact this guy but having similar problems to us.
Any one know of this guy.
Appreciate any info.:curse:
#2
Re: Property Agent
Hi All,
Were having problems getting in touch with a property agent, he is acting on behalf of the landlord and had promissed to hand over the keys. But since paying out the rental money and his commission we now cannot contact him he does not answer his phone.
The agent in question is known only as Malik and looks to be operating out of the Bur Dubai area. We do have an official green coloured rental contract with the landlord and she is also trying to contact this guy but having similar problems to us.
Any one know of this guy.
Appreciate any info.:curse:
Were having problems getting in touch with a property agent, he is acting on behalf of the landlord and had promissed to hand over the keys. But since paying out the rental money and his commission we now cannot contact him he does not answer his phone.
The agent in question is known only as Malik and looks to be operating out of the Bur Dubai area. We do have an official green coloured rental contract with the landlord and she is also trying to contact this guy but having similar problems to us.
Any one know of this guy.
Appreciate any info.:curse:
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Re: Property Agent
he is either on holiday due to the eid break, or he has gone on an extended holiday (ie never to return), with your money (and probably a lot of other peoples money.
If he is not answering his phone, rahter than it being switched off, get someone to call him from another number that will be unknown to Malik, then ask about some property and arrange to meet him..
Apparently there is a consignement of baseball bats being brought in to help discussions of a financial nature...
If he is not answering his phone, rahter than it being switched off, get someone to call him from another number that will be unknown to Malik, then ask about some property and arrange to meet him..
Apparently there is a consignement of baseball bats being brought in to help discussions of a financial nature...
#5
Re: Property Agent
this may appear daft, but do you have any idea who he works for? I'm, kind of assuming you didn't do all the transactions from the back of a car... although in my experience, some agents would prefer it that way.
I don't think any of the dodgy agents I had dealings with were called Malik, although one that did indeed work in Bur Dubai witheld our deposit from the landlord (and nearly scuppered our contract) while he was squabbling over his cut of commission with another agent.
Your Landlord should know which company this chap works for.
I'd also think about stopping the cheques, if that's possible and dealing direct with the landlord.
I don't think any of the dodgy agents I had dealings with were called Malik, although one that did indeed work in Bur Dubai witheld our deposit from the landlord (and nearly scuppered our contract) while he was squabbling over his cut of commission with another agent.
Your Landlord should know which company this chap works for.
I'd also think about stopping the cheques, if that's possible and dealing direct with the landlord.
#6
Re: Property Agent
As stopping a cheque can land you in jail, I'd contact the police before taking that course of action.
If you know the lamdlord, why aren't they sorting it out??
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If you know the lamdlord, why aren't they sorting it out??
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#8
Re: Property Agent
In Dubai - you need a police report to stop a cheque.
This can be obtained by visiting your friendly local police branch, and sharing the paperwork, and story. I'm sure they'll give you the letter, which you can hand-deliver to your bank and have the cheque stopped. (if it's not already cleared)
This can be obtained by visiting your friendly local police branch, and sharing the paperwork, and story. I'm sure they'll give you the letter, which you can hand-deliver to your bank and have the cheque stopped. (if it's not already cleared)
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Re: Property Agent
Hi All,
The landlord is genuine we signed contracts in here offices in the Bur Dubai area just of Bank Street, she has been nin touch and is helping. She has called to day to arrange a meeting at the property were she will hand over the keys.
I think she is also concerned about this guy as well, I will find out more tomorrow.
Thanks to all who replied and god willing we hope to have more positive news tomorrow.
The landlord is genuine we signed contracts in here offices in the Bur Dubai area just of Bank Street, she has been nin touch and is helping. She has called to day to arrange a meeting at the property were she will hand over the keys.
I think she is also concerned about this guy as well, I will find out more tomorrow.
Thanks to all who replied and god willing we hope to have more positive news tomorrow.
#10
Re: Property Agent
he is either on holiday due to the eid break, or he has gone on an extended holiday (ie never to return), with your money (and probably a lot of other peoples money.
If he is not answering his phone, rahter than it being switched off, get someone to call him from another number that will be unknown to Malik, then ask about some property and arrange to meet him..
Apparently there is a consignement of baseball bats being brought in to help discussions of a financial nature...
If he is not answering his phone, rahter than it being switched off, get someone to call him from another number that will be unknown to Malik, then ask about some property and arrange to meet him..
Apparently there is a consignement of baseball bats being brought in to help discussions of a financial nature...
#11
Re: Property Agent
Nice hint... But tried back tracing him? If he has an employer, that person has a photocopy of his passport, most probably also an address. That can act as a nice key to track him down in his own country. Most "financially hit and run guys" assume they're never caught. Arrogance can be a nice tool to use against him. I don't deal in baseball bats, just give friendly advise. What your next actions are? Is your business, not mine.
Dutchie, read the flippin script before you go into Van Der Valk mode will ya?
He is retained/employed by the Landlord.
Last edited by Eva; Dec 10th 2008 at 6:06 pm. Reason: sp
#12
Re: Property Agent
Illegal in Europe and the USA as well. The same applies for predating them. Even cheque's from outside the EU. Any EU bank will simply cash them in all at the same day. If they bounce? You're up shit creek.
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Re: Property Agent
Hi,
have you had any luck finding him? I have heard of something similar in Dubai, but likely not the same person
have you had any luck finding him? I have heard of something similar in Dubai, but likely not the same person
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Re: Property Agent
Hi,
Have you heard any word from him yet? I have heard of something similar in Bur Dubai, but a different person taking the money
Have you heard any word from him yet? I have heard of something similar in Bur Dubai, but a different person taking the money