<prompt> Human: Im relocating for a job and have a relocation agent helping me find a new rental in the new city. They want me to send the security deposit before they write up the lease terms. Is this normal? I normally go through big apartment complexes, but this is renting a townhouse through realtors. Update:Thanks for the input everyone! I let my agent know that I want to keep looking for other places. I really appreciate all the quick feedback.  <response>: Heres what actual agents and realtors think:Short answer is no. Also, walk away. 