It’s an unfortunate truth that like other industries, Fraud exists all most levels of the Real Estate industry.

Here’s how you can avoid a few of the worst Real Estate scams

TITLE FRAUD - though it’s relatively rare, this is one of the most devastating realty scams, when a crook uses false documents to pose as the property owner, and transferring a property to their own name. Title insurance is the best protection against this, it will guard new owners against any liens or loans that exist on the home.

DOOR TO DOOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS - The most common way this is perpetuated is whenOperators knocks on your door, and claims to be able to repave a driveway or repair a roof at a cheap rate for cash up front. You can Avoid being taken in by asking any contractors for references and for a written contract before starting work.

And keep in mind, the best way to protect yourself is by

with a little legwork and alot of common sense.

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