Criminals are always coming up with creative ideas to scam people. Especially in the age of internet transactions, where you don’t work face to face with people. It’s much easier for someone to deceive us electronically. One of the latest ways is by pretending to be a title company or real estate agent and giving […]
Colorado Timeshare Resale Scam
Mountain Living Real Estate doesn’t handle the sale or purchase of timeshares. Sometimes finding an agent to handle one for you can be difficult, especially in neighboring Eagle County. There are scammers out there that are taking advantage of owners wanting to sell. Be cautious of all unsolicited contacts regarding your timeshare. The Colorado Division […]
Important Consumer Advisory!
The following consumer advisory is from the Colorado Divison of Real Estate. They are there to protect you from being taken advantage of. Bottom line, if someone is trying to talk you into selling your home to them, get another opinion. No matter how nice or how honest you think someone is being, double check […]
Don’t Become a Victim of Wire Fraud
Cybercriminals are targeting home buyers and sellers nationwide. Below are Tips on how to protect yourself from wire fraud and other scams from the Colorado Division of Real Estate. How do the wire fraud scams work? Often the computer hackers monitor email exchanges between the parties of a real estate transaction and gain specific information, such […]