There are a lot of bad actors out there in the vacant lot industry. Some examples of their practices include contracting and holding, extreme low-balling, hidden fees, and buying and selling under different names. Worse than these practices, fraud is a constant danger in this industry but, don't take our word for it. Here are some recent articles and resources to help protect yourself against bad actors in the real estate world.
Real Estate Fraud
FBI Warns of Spike in Rental and Real Estate Scams
CertifID Partners with Federal Law Enforcement to Issue a Security Advisory on Vacant Property Fraud
Federal law enforcement sees 'sharp increase' in vacant property scams
Scam Alert: Fraudulent Sellers & Buyers
Identity Theft
10 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft
Protect Your Personal Information and Data
Bank Account Protection
Are You Staying Cyber Safe? 8 Tips for Securing Your Financial Accounts