<prompt> Human: Ive never had my own apartment and i start college in 2 weeks. Tomorrow im looking at an apartment off campus and i want to know tips on how to not get scammedripped off. I know some places require 1st and last months security up front but how do i ensure they wont just pocket the money? any other tips welcome  <response>: If anyone says, You cant go inside because Im out of town, but just look in the windows and Ill send you a key after you send me some cash, its a scam. 