FDIC Consumer News - Spring 2009 - Foreclosure Rescue and Loan Modification Scammers

Many homeowners having difficulty making their monthly mortgage payments are being targeted by criminals who charge large upfront fees and falsely "guarantee" to rescue a home from foreclosure. In some of the worst cases, homeowners have become victims of identity theft or were tricked into signing away their ownership of a house. Because mortgage rescue scams continue to be a big problem, we offer our latest tips on how to protect yourself.
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Education

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• Foreclosure Rescue
• Loan Modification Scams
• Latest Tips to guard against