Don’t Get Burned! Real Estate Scam Series—Fake Lenders & Straw Buyer Schemes 🔥🏡

01/07/2025 5 min

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Tip Tuesday, 2-4 Min Real Estate TipsScammers are getting smarter—are you prepared? In Part 2 of our Tip Tuesday Scam Series, Katie with Team EvoAZ at eXp Realty and Ryan Gilliam with Your Best Mortgage are exposing two of the sneakiest (and most costly) real estate scams making the rounds in Arizona right now:✅Fake Mortgage Lenders or Brokers:They promise “guaranteed” loans or ultra-low rates, then run off with your personal info and hard-earned cash. Don’t let a scammer steal your dream of homeownership!✅Straw Buyer Schemes:Bad actors use someone else’s identity to buy homes, leaving innocent people with ruined credit and legal headaches. These schemes can wreck neighborhoods—and lives.We’re breaking down how these scams work, the warning signs to watch for, and exactly what you can do to protect yourself. Plus, we’ve got a free checklist packed with practical tips to keep you and your family safe.👇 Grab your checklist and stay scam-smart!https://katielambert.exprealty.com/ask/87e620e138eb67895c534f68d22a0d6fHave you ever been targeted by a real estate scam? Drop your story or questions in the comments—we want to hear from you and help others stay safe!Text ConnectWithKatie to 480-508-9828 Text ConnectWithRyan to 480-508-9828Want to browse Phoenix area homes? Text GetPhoenixDeals to 480-508-9828 to see our current "good deals" page.Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational purposes only and not financial or legal advice. Always consult a licensed lender, real estate agent, or wealth manager for guidance specific to your situation.#TipTuesday #RealEstateTips #ProtectYourHome #ArizonaRealEstate #HomeownerHelp #ScamAwareness #TeamEvoAZ #YourBestMortgage #Scams

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