Keyword: Fraud
OCT 26, 2017
Be Wicked Smart About Identity Theft
Homeownership
Join us in our final National Cyber Security Awareness Month post to learn how to keep yourself and your information secure.
OCT 10, 2017
Be Wicked Smart About Online Rental Scams
Rental Housing
We're continuing our "Be Wicked Smart" series in celebration of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Today's topic - online rental scams.
OCT 5, 2017
Be Wicked Smart About Phishing
Homeownership
It's October AND National Cyber Security Month – be wicked smart.
SEP 25, 2017
Outsmarting Scammers
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Following a natural disaster or during times of hardship, it's very important to recognize and avoid scams.
SEP 8, 2017
Cómo Solicitar Ayuda Después de un Huracán
Homeownership
Si su hogar o lugar de trabajo ha sido afectado por los huracanes Harvey o Irma, aquí le informamos algunos pasos importantes que debe dar de inmediato para encaminarse hacia la recuperación.
NOV 17, 2016
4 Minutes to a Safer You
Homeownership
International Fraud Week is a good time to learn what scams are out there and how to protect yourself. Take 4 minutes to watch these 4 videos to become a safer renter and homebuyer today.
OCT 31, 2016
Don't be Spoofed: It's a Wrap
Homeownership
With the wrap up of National Cyber Security Awareness month, it's a good time to reflect and take some steps to become more cyber savvy. Today learn how to protect your mortgage application from identity thieves.
OCT 25, 2016
Don't be Spoofed: Take Two
Rental Housing
National Cyber Security Awareness month is a good time to reflect and take some steps to become more cyber savvy. Today's topic? Online rental scams.
OCT 13, 2016
Don't be Spoofed
Homeownership
It's spooky out there. Keep yourself and your information safe and secure — don't be spoofed! National Cyber Security Awareness month is a good time to reflect and take some steps to become more cyber savvy.
SEP 6, 2016
Avoiding Repair Scams After a Disaster
Homeownership
Fraud artists who show up after disasters promise quick, quality repairs but then overcharge, do shoddy work, or skip town with the insurance money before the job is done. Here's how to protect yourself.
DEC 4, 2015
Don't Buy Trouble When Fixing Your Credit
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A new Freddie Mac video shows why consumers who pay for a quick 'guaranteed' fix to poor credit usually end up buying a lot of trouble. Watch for tips to protect yourself.
JUL 9, 2015
The First Rule of Mortgage Applications Is: You Do Not Lie on Mortgage Applications
Homeownership
A recent column by Ken Harney highlights why borrowers should never stretch the truth on a loan application to get a mortgage or a better interest rate.
JUN 8, 2015
Fraudster Preys on Christian Faithful, Gets 30 Years
Homeownership
A Michigan man is convicted for targeting a religious community with phony promises of foreclosure relief.
APR 2, 2015
Lender Checklists for Fighting Mortgage Fraud
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It's time to take a fresh look at their process for detecting and stopping mortgage fraud.