Pennsylvania State Representative Kevin Boyle has been dealing with Philadelphia’s problem with stolen houses since he worked for the city councilman in 2000. From 2000-2008 Philadelphia had 454 cases of suspected land fraud. Some victims, like soldiers who served in […]
State officials in New York are trying to crack down on notary publics who scam immigrants by portraying themselves as attorneys. New legislation will forbid notaries from claiming to be attorneys, legal experts, or immigration specialists. This legislation is specifically […]
As it has become mandatory for non-bank mortgage lenders and originators to operate under the federal reporting requirements, the number of reports of suspected mortgage fraud is expected to experience a surge next year. The U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes […]
How very softly you tiptoed into our world, almost silently, only a moment you stayed. But what an imprint your footsteps have left upon our hearts. — Dorothy Ferguson
In some situations, a person is unable to make decisions or sign documents for themselves. As a result, the person would appoint another individual to perform these tasks on his or her behalf. This authority is usually transferred through a […]
Please be advised that Georgia SB 365 becomes effective July 1, 2012. The law amends Code Section 44-14-13 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated relating to the disbursement of settlement proceeds in the closing of residential real estate transactions. […]