How Scammers Are Stealing Homes

Lori Greymont

Published on: 22/05/2025

Real estate title fraud is on the rise, targeting vacant land, second homes, and mortgage-free properties—often without the owner's knowledge. Scammers forge documents to transfer ownership, then sell or mortgage the property, leaving victims to uncover the damage months later. From 2019–2023, U.S. property owners lost over $1.3 billion to this growing threat. This article outlines why fraud is increasing, red flags to watch for, and six actionable steps to protect your assets. At Funding Faceoff, every deal is triple-vetted to ensure your investments are secure. Book a free strategy session to learn how we safeguard investor capital.