Woman says she signed lease, paid rent, then learned it was a scam

In a way, this story starts with Hurricane Helene. One woman was rebounding from the devastation, trying to start a new life here in Charlotte. Another — Michele Henry — was going to room with her.

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She told Action 9 attorney Jason Stoogenke they went on Facebook Marketplace, found a house for rent in west Charlotte, and paid an application fee, a holding fee, and the first month’s rent. So about $1,500 total…

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