1. Instant bank access. Wouldn't they want information on you before that?
2. Would not give information/phone number.
3. Google phone could be anywhere in the world (and a faked number)
I would suggest NOT dealing with these people. Of course that is up to you but # 1 & 2 seem very shady.
The scenario I originally gave is the usual way the scam is run. Check Craigslist for ongoing scams.
yes we agree there was another "agency" for another unit we found and there method of payment was either paypal or a wire transfer...oh and they were both chinese but we didnt go with them and booked a place from someone legit so thank you very much for your help! :)