A loophole in state law makes it easy for criminals to commit fraud, Hillsborough Clerk of Courts Cindy Stuart said. Property fraud is a growing problem in Florida and across the United States. One Tampa couple is still fighting to get their home back. This is almost...

Amy Linn Ramirez, 49, of Belleview, was found guilty of unlawful filing of false documents or records against real or personal property. OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Officials with the State Attorney’s Office Fifth Judicial Circuit said a woman in Marion County has been...

Fraudsters use fake quitclaim deeds to steal homes, selling or renting them without owners’ knowledge. Stay alert by monitoring records and protecting your information. NEW YORK — Unsuspecting homeowners are discovering their properties have been sold out from under...

Discovering that the title to your property has been changed without your consent can be alarming and stressful. Title fraud can have serious implications if not addressed promptly. Here are the basic steps to follow if you find yourself in this situation: Confirm the...

Dunedin man discovers his house was stolen through deed fraudby: Shannon Behnken Posted: Feb 23, 2023 / 06:40 PM EST DUNEDIN, Fla. (WFLA) — John Whitt Jenkins is thankful to have his Dunedin house back after he discovered someone quietly filed public documents,...

Recently, we have seen a significant increase in deed fraud in Southwest Florida. Deed, or title fraud, is the transfer and recording of a real estate deed without the knowledge or consent of the property owner. Criminals often target vacant or vacation properties....