In recent years we have met with many people who have been the victim of financial scams, with some losing significant amounts of money. We have even seen several clients who have lost their entire life savings. As these scams become more sophisticated it is more...
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Loan Modification Scams
The mere prospect of losing your home can have an incredibly negative effect on your mental health. Where will you live? Can you even afford to live somewhere else? How will your children cope with losing their home? What will happen to all of the money you already...
Why There Are So Many Scams Surrounding Foreclosure–And How to Avoid Them!
While finding relief from debt may be one of the most significant hurdles you will experience in adult life, serious financial duress is usually a symptom of other, larger problems. These usually arise in the form of unexpected and sometimes long-term crises like a...
Avoiding Loan Modification Scams
If you are currently in danger of losing your home, most likely you are exploring all options while still attempting to tread water financially. Fear of foreclosure can cause a substantial amount of stress for any homeowner, increasing as you try to go it alone in...
Charges Filed Against Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Duo
Many homeowners in crisis have turned to so-called foreclosure "rescue" firms. The owners of one such New Jersey foreclose rescue firm are being sued for allegedly violating state consumer fraud laws, as well as laws governing debt counseling and financial...
BEWARE OF LOAN MODIFICATION SCAMS
On December 31, 2016 the Home Affordable Modification Program ("HAMP") which has helped homeowners save homes for the past six years is scheduled to expire. Homeowners who have applications for modifications which are submitted up to that date will still be eligible...
Student Loan Relief Scam Busted!
According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a student loan debt relief scam has illegally been tricking borrowers into paying for federal loan benefits. Student Aid Institute, Inc., misrepresented to consumers that it was affiliated with the...
Common Foreclosure and Loan Modification Scams
People who are overwhelmed by debt are unfortunately also targets for con artists. Scammers have learned that desperate people often make rash decisions when trying to improve their financial troubles. One area where scammers prey on individuals in financial distress...
Protect your Financial Welfare: Proceed with Caution to an ATM
Most people consider it very safe to pull money from automated-teller machines (ATMs) for quick withdrawals of cash. Unfortunately, there are scammers who are using ATMs to steal your personal information, including your PIN number, debit card number, expiration date...
How to Identify Devious Debt Collectors
When you fall behind on your credit cards, medical bills and other loan payments, it doesn't take long before the debt collectors start calling. When you are dealing with debt collection agents, it is imperative that you understand your rights and how to identify...