Foreclosure Fraud
How to Protect Yourself from Foreclosure
Frauds and Scams
Foreclosure Fraud Place to Seek
Help
The following list of companies, government agencies, trade
associations and non-profit groups was put together for you so that you would have a place to start searching for
the type of assistance you are in need of. I can only re-emphasize, once
again, that there are good, honest people out there that are willing to help you. But, they can’t help you unless you contact them – so get in gear. Inaction on your part is not the answer!
NationalConsumerLawCenter
The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) is the
nation’s consumer law expert, helping consumers, their advocates, and public policy makers use powerful and
complex consumer laws on behalf of low-income and vulnerable Americans seeking economic
justice.
http://www.nclc.org
Federal Trade Commission
The FTC deals with issues that touch the
economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition
jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances
consumers’ interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops
policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language
educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing
technologies.
877-FTC-HELP (382-4357)
www.ftc.gov
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Postal Inspectors enforce over 200 federal laws in investigations of crimes that may adversely affect or
fraudulently use the U.S. Mail, the postal system or postal employees. (Mail fraud and Identity fraud)
www.usps.com/postalinspectors/
Better Business Bureau
The Council of Better Business Bureaus is the
umbrella organization for the Better Business Bureau (BBB) system.
It is dedicated to fostering fair and honest relationships between businesses
and consumers, instilling consumer confidence and contributing to an ethical business
environment. You can use this site to file complaints regarding credit fraud and also to check on
companies that have approached you with their services.
www.contactbbb.org
Mortgage Bankers Association
Stopmortgagefraud.com has several features to
help you avoid becoming a victim of mortgage fraud or abusive lending. You can also report fraudulent
activity here.
http://www.stopmortgagefraud.com/
800-348-3931
Homeownership Preservation Foundation
The Homeownership Preservation Foundation is a
501(c)(3) nonprofit which creates partnerships with local governments, nonprofit organizations, borrowers and
lenders to help families overcome obstacles that could result in the loss of their homes.
http://www.995hope.org
877-601-Hope (4673)
888-995-Hope (4673)
LawInfo
LawInfo is recognized nationwide as a leader
within the legal community, providing public access to pre-qualified, pre-screened attorneys, and to free legal
resources.
http://resources.lawinfo.com/
(800) 397-3743
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Information on HUD-approved housing counseling
agencies. A
counselor will help you assess your financial situation, determine what options are available to you, and help
you negotiate with your lender.
www.hud.gov/foreclosure
800- 569-4287
U.S. Department of Justice
To report Bankruptcy Fraud
http://www.usdoj.gov/ust/eo/fraud/index.htm
For a list of local offices
http://www.usdoj.gov/ust/eo/ust_org/office_locator.htm
Consumer Credit Counseling Services
Consumer Credit
Counseling Service (CCCS) is a nonprofit, community service agency whose services are open to all members of the
community. CCCS
provides free, confidential budget counseling, community-wide education programs in money management, debt
management programs for consumers who are overextended and comprehensive housing counseling.
http://www.cccsatl.org/
1-800-251-CCCS (2227)
National Foundation for Credit Counseling
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling
(NFCC)™, Inc., through its Member agencies, sets the national standard for quality credit counseling, debt
reduction services and education for financial wellness. NFCC is the nation's largest and longest serving
national nonprofit credit counseling network.
http://www.nfcc.org/
1-800-388-2227
National Real Estate Investors Association
The
National Real
Estate Investors Associationis a 501 (c) 6 trade
association. It is a federation made up of local associations and investment clubs throughout the
United States. National
REIA promotes a high standard of business ethics and
professionalism. Your local chapter is a good place to start a search for ethical investors to work
with.
http://www.nationalreia.com/groups.html
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