Scammers Still Prey on Stressed Homeowners
Many homeowners having difficulty making their monthly mortgage payments are being targeted by criminals who charge large upfront fees and falsely “guarantee” to rescue a home from foreclosure. In some of the worst cases, homeowners have become victims of identity theft or were tricked into signing away their ownership of a house. Because mortgage rescue scams continue to be a big problem, we offer our latest tips on how to protect yourself.