Consumer Guide: Understanding & Protecting Yourself From Title Fraud

Watch Out for Title Fraud: What Homeowners Need to Know

Imagine waking up one day to find out that, according to official records, you no longer own your home—even though you never sold it. Scary, right? That’s the reality of title fraud, also known as deed theft. It happens when someone illegally transfers the ownership of your property without your knowledge, often using fake IDs or forged documents.

The goal? To steal your equity, take out loans against your home, or even try to sell it out from under you. And if it goes unnoticed, the consequences can be devastating—think foreclosure notices or even eviction threats, all while you're still living in your home.

In this post, we’ll break down how title fraud happens, warning signs to look for, and what you can do to protect yourself and your property.

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