In just the past two years, nearly one fourth of consumers reported that their financial data has been hacked online during the past two years, according to a new report from a survey within the banking industry by Accenture. The report is based on an online survey of 4,013 bank customers in North ... » Learn More about Nearly 25% of American citizens report falling victim to financial data breaches
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Tampa firm invests by way of an unusual bankruptcy method
Two years ago, a new Tampa company called RE-710 declared bankruptcy to halt foreclosure of nearly 50 homes it had been renting out for 1000's of dollars. The company was so new it didn't have employees, equipment or furniture. It had acquired the majority of the properties just a few days before ... » Learn More about Tampa firm invests by way of an unusual bankruptcy method
FTC issue warning-mortgage closing cost phishing scheme
The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and the National Association of Realtors issued an alert Friday to consumers, advising them that they could be the next victim of a mortgage closing cost phishing scheme. Hackers pose as agents or title companies to steal mortgage funds. Purchasing a property is ... » Learn More about FTC issue warning-mortgage closing cost phishing scheme
10 Warning signs that your Great Deal May be a Costly Scam
Real estate investment involves finding deals - properties or notes - at a discount big enough to generate income. And in this current hot market, you need to look for the deal that no one else has found. But how can you tell if it’s a great deal or a scam? Not every property fits into the standard ... » Learn More about 10 Warning signs that your Great Deal May be a Costly Scam