Property Fraud

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The FBI identifies property and mortgage fraud as the fastest growing white-collar crime in the United States. It's shockingly simple for criminals to forge documents and falsely claim ownership of your property. Once they have a fraudulent deed, they can leverage your property for loans or even attempt to sell it.

While these crimes are less common in Indiana, they are increasingly prevalent across the country. In response, the Allen County Recorder's Office in Indiana has implemented a proactive measure to safeguard property owners.

The Property Fraud Alert system is a digital service that notifies you by email or phone whenever a document bearing your name is filed at the Allen County Recorder's Office. This immediate alert system is designed to give you a head start in catching any fraudulent activity involving your property.

The service is free. Already, over 11,000 residents of Allen County are benefiting from this protective measure. You can easily join them and secure your property from potential fraud.

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