Investigation

Property Scams

Get your money back from property fraud and scams. Thousands of clients have used our Investigation Report to retrieve their losses.

How it works

From case review to action plan and expert support-we give you the tools to pursue recovery.

Review your case

Based on our experience, we perform preliminary checks to assess whether your case can result in a substantial retrieval of losses.

Gather the evidence

We then gather every piece of evidence you have from your contact with the scammers along the way.

Investigation Report

We investigate your case and the people who scammed you to provide a detailed Investigation Report.

Action Plan

With our Investigation Report, you'll receive a step-by-step action plan explaining how we believe you can retrieve your losses.

Expert Assistance

Our team of experts can guide you in the execution of the recommended action plan.

Get your money back

Once you successfully execute the suggested action plan, you could retrieve a substantial part, if not all, of your money.

We understand the impact of property scams

At EuroTrace, we understand the devastating impact of property scams. Our team is committed to giving you the knowledge and tools to take control and pursue justice. We'll investigate your case, uncover the truth, and provide a clear path toward recovery. We also offer resources to help you understand and avoid property scams in the future.

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Overview

How does property fraud work?

Property scams vary widely but all aim to steal money from people interested in renting, buying, or leasing. Fraudsters often pose as property owners, landlords, real estate agencies, or property management companies to trick victims into handing over money or sensitive financial and personal information.

Key points

Don't give in to high-pressure tactics, especially for mortgage refinancing or foreclosure relief services.
Verify the authenticity of rental or sale companies yourself.
Always view properties in person and ensure they match the listing.
Don't share personal or financial information until you're sure the deal is real.
Don't pay upfront to view a property or before you have a written, signed contract reviewed by a lawyer or expert.

Watch out for

Common property buying scams

Escrow wire fraud

Fraudsters gain access to email accounts involved in a real estate sale (via phishing). They pose as the title or escrow company and instruct the buyer to wire funds to a fraudulent account, then disappear with the money.

Loan flipping scam

Malicious lenders convince homeowners to repeatedly refinance their mortgage, borrowing more each time. Victims end up with unaffordable debt while the lender collects fees and interest.

Foreclosure relief scam

Scammers target people in foreclosure, advertise relief services or use foreclosure lists, and charge a fee promising to help keep the home-but never deliver.

Moving scams

Movers may demand cash upfront and never show, omit written estimates and overcharge, or use blank contracts and hold belongings hostage until paid exorbitant sums.

Commercial real estate scam

Scammers pose as property owners, demand upfront payment to view a property (then no-show), show a different property than listed, or forge documents to steal funds or identity.

Home inspection scam

Fake or bribed inspectors falsely report a property is fine so you overpay; or scammers pose as inspectors and charge for worthless inspections.

Title or deed scam

Scammers illegitimately transfer property ownership by altering deeds and titles, then sell the property or borrow against it without the real owner's knowledge.

Common rental property scams

Fake property listings

Scammers post fake or copied rental listings and trick renters into paying a deposit for a viewing-they never show up, and the property may not exist.

Fake letting agents and landlords

Imposters show spoof properties, take a deposit or month's rent, then disappear before victims realize they weren't authorized to rent or receive payments.

Fake overseas landlords

Scammers claim to be overseas and ask for holding deposits to reserve the property before you view it. The listings are often fake or cloned from real ones.

Phishing scams

Bulk emails pretend to be from a rental agency and ask recipients to pay rent or fees via a fake portal or by providing card details due to a fabricated issue.

Fake printed listings

Less common than online scams: fake ads in newspapers or flyers used to get upfront payments to view or hold a property.

Property scams online

Facebook property scams

Fake listings for sale or rent; scammers pose as landlords or agents and invent reasons to demand upfront payments before you see the property.

Craigslist rental scams

Same tactics as elsewhere: fake rental or sale listings to extract deposits, holding fees, or other upfront payments.

Fake property scam websites

Con artists set up entire fake listing sites, sometimes cloning legitimate agency or rental sites to look credible.

How to spot property scams

•You can't verify that a real estate company is real by looking them up online.
•Someone uses high-pressure sales to get upfront money, refinancing, or foreclosure relief sign-up.
•Foreclosure relief companies contact you out of the blue.
•Movers won't give a written estimate and contract.
•Property owners or landlords won't meet you in person.
•Lack of proper documentation-bogus documents to steal information or fake legitimacy.
•The property doesn't match the listing or photos when you view it.

Victim of a property scam? Retrieve your money by contacting us

If you've fallen victim, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. We can give you the tools to pursue your funds. Our Property Scam Investigation services thoroughly investigate your case and analyze documents, communications, and other evidence to reveal the fraud. The Investigation Report and Action Plan we provide are the tools you need to retrieve your losses.

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How to avoid property scams

•Don't refinance your mortgage or borrow more unless necessary; resist pressure.
•Get a written estimate and signed contract when hiring movers.
•Hire your own certified, well-reviewed property inspector (or get a personal reference) before buying.
•Always meet landlords or sellers and view the property in person before committing.
•Research companies and individuals; Google them and check reviews for scam reports.
•Don't wire funds after an email or phone request-go to the agency in person if you're in a purchase.
•Don't give personal or financial details online or over the phone.
•Know local market values; if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.
•Have a lawyer or real estate agent review all contracts before signing.
•Never pay upfront before seeing a property and confirming the deal is legitimate; no one should charge you to show you a property.

Property scams FAQ

Red flags include properties that don't match listings, landlords who won't meet in person, and anyone demanding upfront payments.

Know local market values and be skeptical of deals that sound too good to be true. Have a lawyer, real estate agent, or other expert review sale contracts for inconsistencies before you sign.

Besides rental and sale scams, watch for foreclosure relief scams, home inspection scams, moving scams, loan flipping, title and deed scams, commercial real estate scams, and property phishing.

Yes, it is possible. Our team understands these scams and can get to the bottom of your case. We'll create an Investigation Report and Action Plan tailored so you have the right tools to pursue recovery.

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