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Luke Costin

Renter-protection call after 'appalling' alleged scam

A man has been arrested over a Sydney rental property scam, sparking calls for tougher regulation. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)

An advocate has called for a public register to protect desperate renters after more than a dozen prospective tenants were allegedly scammed out of more than $60,000.

The alleged fraud involved numerous properties across Sydney advertised on social media platforms since February 2022.

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