Christopher ZeniosTo know how to avoid scams you must know the tactics used, here are some of the most common frauds.
Wire Fraud
This scam starts with a phone call, email or text from someone pretending to be from the title or escrow company you are working with requesting that you wire escrow funds. Scammers go to great lengths to appear legit even creating fake websites that look similar to the title or lending company you are working with.
To stay protected pay attention to details on websites and emails as scammers can never exactly duplicate the actual website or company. If in doubt about sending money return to the original documents and contact the number provided to verify the email or phone call is actually from the company. Never ever click on an email or text links or send money online without first verifying the instructions with a live person from the company you are working with.
Loan Flipping
This is a scam where lenders repeatedly persuade homeowners to refinance mortgages on real estate they own, borrowing more money each time. With each transaction, the lender charges high fees and points leaving the homeowner with expensive payments.
To avoid this, know that if you have recently completed a mortgage refinance in most cases it is not in your best interest to start another transaction right away. If lenders are actively seeking you that is a sign that something is not right, only work with well-known banks or lenders and always research and question all fees apply to you.
Rental Scams
Rental Scammers are increasingly common with almost 5.2 million U.S renters reporting they have lost money from rental fraud. This can be true of both residential homes and for the renting of business property such as office space. The process used it to post property rental ads on social media pages or ad pages like craigslist using photos from other listings. The scammer who actually does not have any property will ask for a fee to view the property or a deposit to hold the property.
To avoid this be suspicious of anyone who asks for a cash deposit upfront and verify that who you are in contact with is in fact the real owner of the property. When making payments always use a check so that you automatically have a receipt.
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