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Foreclosure Scams<\/h1>\n
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The thought of losing your home can be devastating. Unfortunately, some scam artists use the fear of foreclosure to prey on unsuspecting or uninformed homeowners. Often, these criminals will convince you to give them your mortgage payments and make empty promises to help you get out of debt.<\/p>\r\n

Some scam artists offer so-called "money-back guarantees" to save your home from foreclosure. Others promise help from experienced real estate attorneys. The scam artists then pocket the money and do nothing to help your mortgage.<\/p>\r\n

Why Scammers Target Foreclosure Cases<\/h2>\r\n

It’s easy for a con artist to go after homeowners facing foreclosure. When you’re about to lose your home, you’re already feeling vulnerable. The stress and distraction of foreclosure can open you up to all kinds of targets. Scammers know that borrowers who are late on their mortgage payments might be desperate. They’ll use every trick in the book to make you think they’ll come to your rescue.<\/p>\r\n

Common ways that scammers might approach foreclosure victims include:<\/p>\r\n