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Couple alleges scammer sold their Concord property

Real estate fraud is increasing, with scammers impersonating property owners and conducting illicit transactions, leading to significant financial losses.

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

A Nigerian man was sentenced for a phishing scheme that defrauded US home buyers of over $20 million.

How Homebuyers Can Protect Themselves Against Real Estate Scams

Real estate fraud is increasingly common, with scams targeting homebuyers throughout the purchasing process.

Man scams older investors in $17M real estate scheme in CA, feds say. 'Took it all'

Brett Barber exploited elderly investors through real estate fraud schemes, resulting in a 15-plus year prison sentence.
Judge described Barber's actions as a form of real violence against vulnerable individuals.

Couple alleges scammer sold their Concord property

Real estate fraud is increasing, with scammers impersonating property owners and conducting illicit transactions, leading to significant financial losses.

Man gets 10 years for stealing $20M in nest eggs from 400 US home buyers

A Nigerian man was sentenced for a phishing scheme that defrauded US home buyers of over $20 million.

How Homebuyers Can Protect Themselves Against Real Estate Scams

Real estate fraud is increasingly common, with scams targeting homebuyers throughout the purchasing process.

Man scams older investors in $17M real estate scheme in CA, feds say. 'Took it all'

Brett Barber exploited elderly investors through real estate fraud schemes, resulting in a 15-plus year prison sentence.
Judge described Barber's actions as a form of real violence against vulnerable individuals.
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Bronx real estate agent indicted for defrauding elderly homeowner in foreclosure scheme - Bronx Times

A Bronx real estate agent faces charges for defrauding a 70-year-old homeowner, exploiting him under the pretense of foreclosure protection.

Vietnam court says tycoon must repay embezzled billions to avoid execution

Vietnam upholds death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan amidst a nationwide crackdown on corruption.
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Complete stranger obtains deed to $4M Raleigh home without homeowner's knowledge

A homeowner in Raleigh had his property deed fraudulently transferred to a stranger, with no verification done by officials.

Video shows woman charged with getting deed to $4M NC home trying to get more information

A stranger fraudulently obtained a warranty deed for a multimillion-dollar home, claiming it was abandoned and in foreclosure.

Complete stranger obtains deed to $4M Raleigh home without homeowner's knowledge

A homeowner in Raleigh had his property deed fraudulently transferred to a stranger, with no verification done by officials.

Video shows woman charged with getting deed to $4M NC home trying to get more information

A stranger fraudulently obtained a warranty deed for a multimillion-dollar home, claiming it was abandoned and in foreclosure.
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Scammers are stealing homes from under their owners' noses. AI is making it scarily easy.

Increased AI usage has facilitated a rise in deed fraud, impacting homeowners and prospective buyers.
The legal struggle over Spelling Manor highlights the risks of real estate ownership in the digital age.
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Disbarred attorney sentenced for role in Queens deed-theft ring

Anyekache Hercules sentenced for involvement in a deed theft operation targeting vulnerable homeowners in Queens.

Stranger steals the deed to multimillion-dollar North Carolina mansion in a shocking real estate scam

A Raleigh dentist is embroiled in a legal dispute over his mansion after a stranger fraudulently transferred the deed without his knowledge.
The case raises serious concerns about the lack of verification in property deed transfers.
Adams faces significant legal fees to reclaim ownership of his home.

Bronx DA, NY Attorney General charge real estate broker and associates in deed theft scheme targeting vulnerable homeowners - Bronx Times

A Bronx woman was swindled out of her home through deed theft by a real estate broker and her associates.

Disbarred attorney sentenced for role in Queens deed-theft ring

Anyekache Hercules sentenced for involvement in a deed theft operation targeting vulnerable homeowners in Queens.

Stranger steals the deed to multimillion-dollar North Carolina mansion in a shocking real estate scam

A Raleigh dentist is embroiled in a legal dispute over his mansion after a stranger fraudulently transferred the deed without his knowledge.
The case raises serious concerns about the lack of verification in property deed transfers.
Adams faces significant legal fees to reclaim ownership of his home.

Bronx DA, NY Attorney General charge real estate broker and associates in deed theft scheme targeting vulnerable homeowners - Bronx Times

A Bronx woman was swindled out of her home through deed theft by a real estate broker and her associates.
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Lawyer couple found in contempt of court in real-estate fraud case | CBC News

Toronto lawyers face contempt of court for embezzling $7 million from clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in legal protections during real estate transactions.

A boomer who bought land 25 years ago thought he was set for retirement. Then someone sold it without him knowing.

Home-title theft is increasingly common, leaving rightful owners like William Gordon fighting to reclaim their property amid bureaucratic challenges.

Victims of Real Estate Scheme Involving HGTV's Christina Hall and Tarek El Moussa Awarded More Than $12M

The FTC awarded over $12 million in refunds to victims of a fraudulent real estate investment scheme involving HGTV stars.

Connecticut homebuyer loses $600K to hacker theft

Connecticut law firm faces a malpractice suit for inadequate cybersecurity measures leading to a significant financial loss for a client.

Lawyer couple accused of stealing millions from more than a dozen homebuyers | CBC News

Real estate fraud can happen with trusted professionals like lawyers, leaving clients vulnerable and underscoring inadequate compensation for victims.
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