New fraudulent schemes in the housing market often target vulnerable groups of the population — realtor
By 2024, despite the fact that traditional fraud schemes in the real estate market have become less popular, new, more sophisticated methods of deception have appeared. Alla Shinkevich, CEO of the Nevsky Prostor real estate agency, told how attackers use fake ads and fictitious deals to attract buyers:
— Recently, we have seen a significant decrease in the popularity of old fraud schemes in the real estate market. Previously, people could fall for tricks with prepayments for non-existent objects, but today most buyers have become much more knowledgeable and cautious. Modern technologies make it easy to verify information, and this significantly reduces the risk of becoming a victim of fraud.
Today, some fraudsters continue to exhibit non-existent properties in order to attract potential buyers. This is especially true for new buildings, where the cost of leads is quite high. In such cases, scammers may place ads for the sale of apartments in allegedly rented houses at low prices in order to lure buyers. Upon closer examination, it turns out that the house is still under construction, the price of the apartment is much higher, and the apartment itself may turn out to be completely different.
Old schemes are being replaced by new methods of fraud, which we are encountering more and more often. For example, there is a problem when fraudsters purposefully target vulnerable groups of the population, forcing them to sell their real estate. This is done under the pretext of help, when supposedly well-wishers promise to find a buyer and arrange a deal. Fortunately, realtors and real estate agencies, especially those that are members of the Association of Realtors of St. Petersburg, are actively fighting such frauds. An important tool in this fight is a thorough verification of documents and mandatory meetings with the owners of the facilities.
Another common scheme involves fraudsters trying to get in touch with potential victims through chats and messengers, posing as foreigners, most often Chinese. They ask for help with the transfer of a large amount from China to Russia, offering a commission for this. This is a typical fraud. Such offers end at the stage of clarifying the details, as further money transfer to dubious accounts may follow.
The sale of real estate by power of attorney is also not a sign of fraud, as it is sometimes considered. This practice is quite common and working, but requires careful verification, a power of attorney and mandatory contact with the owner. It is important to get the approval of the transaction and verify the authenticity of the documents. There are certain methods that allow you to ensure the security of such transactions.
Sometimes there are cases of refusal to show the original documents. This happens infrequently and is usually not related to fraud, but to the psychological characteristics of sellers. Such situations require additional verification and caution. Frequent transfers of ownership can also be a signal for more detailed verification, including checking for bankruptcy of owners and arbitration cases.
Against the background of these risks, it is important to remember that realtors and real estate agencies have the necessary knowledge and experience to identify and prevent fraudulent schemes. We use various tools and methods to protect the interests of our clients and ensure the security of transactions. In cooperation with professional real estate agencies and observing all necessary precautions, buyers can avoid a lot of trouble and be confident in their investments.
SOURCE: kvmeter.ru
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