Northville Real Estate Fraud Lawyers
Mortgage fraud was not a very common term before the recent economic crisis. In the time since that crisis began, numerous authorities have begun paying greater attention to the real estate market and allegations of fraud regarding home values, mortgages and other home loans and real estate transactions.
Loan fraud and mortgage fraud cases can include complicated investigations and records of transactions that may span years and involve multiple parties. Of our Michigan mortgage fraud attorneys at Fausone Bohn, LLP, many are former prosecutors who are experienced at balancing the rigors of cases that deal with a large volume of documentation.
Charges of mortgage fraud need to be aggressively defended against. Contact Fausone Bohn, LLP, to arrange your free initial consultation with Mark Mandell or any of our other attorneys.
What Is Mortgage Fraud?
You can be charged with mortgage fraud for a variety of financial activities, including:
- Using false information or leaving out negative information in the loan or underwriting process
- Misrepresenting important information
- Assisting in the securing of loans, home sales and home equity lines of credit to unqualified clients
- Manipulating a home's value in collusion with an appraiser
- Overstating your income or understating your debt
- Utilizing kickbacks or other forms of illegal inducement
Mortgage fraud charges can be leveled against:
- Home owners
- Loan officers
- Real estate agents
- Appraisers
Given the sometimes complicated nature of a mortgage fraud charge, there are many strategies that could be used to create a successful defense. With several former prosecutors on our team, our attorneys are aware of many of the ways that prosecutors work to gain a conviction. Let us put our skill and experience to work for you.
Contact Us
If you are facing charges for mortgage fraud, embezzlement or any other white collar crime in the Detroit metro area, call 248-468-4536 or toll free at 888-674-1189, or contact us online to set up a free initial consultation with one of our Michigan mortgage fraud attorneys.
