Fraud & Scam Alerts
Property Fraud
As early as 2008, the FBI warned citizens about how thieves are using false identities to steal homes. In 2023, the US Secret Service and the American Land Title Association warned of a new scam of "seller impersonation".
Don't become a victim of property scams. Click on the links below to learn more about how to prevent losing your property to scammers.
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From frauds and scams to identity theft and online security, and even report fraud and scams attempts, the information is at your fingertips.
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We all have a fear of missing out. Crooks use that to scam the unwary.
Published in the AARP Bulletin March 2022
Tech Support Scams
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