Scam Alert
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Every week there’s a new horror story of someone saying they were lured by a promising home sale, but the seller wasn’t available for a phone call or to meet on-site. “Just wire the money” ought to be a huge red flag, but in…
Read MoreBy Lydia Blair Special Contributor Buyers and sellers aren’t the only victims of real estate scams and crimes. Realtors are also a favorite target of crooks, criminals, and other shady types. Due to the nature of the real estate business, agents naturally come in contact and work with strangers on a regular basis. Most real…
Read MoreBy Lydia Blair Special Contributor The internet can be both an ally and an adversary to today’s home seller. When it comes to scams and cons, homeowners are easy prey for professional criminals. Let’s face it. When selling real estate, you are inviting strangers into your home. Figuratively with online photos, maps, and more. And…
Read MoreA Realtor who lives in Highland Park recently learned the hard way that you should always do your due diligence before buying advertising. This Realtor, whose name we will not reveal to save her the embarrassment, went to her hometown’s police department last week to report a theft.
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