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If you are facing charges of participation in a Phantom Help fraud scheme in real estate, our law firm will do all it can to help you out. Phantom Help is also known as phony counseling, and it is one of the most widespread types of Los Angeles real estate and mortgage scams presently. A real estate and mortgage fraud/scam is any misrepresentation made about the particular piece of an estate transaction, and these Phantoms Help scams are against the city code. The current housing crisis experienced in Los Angeles has led to the growth of this type of fraud.
There are three types of Phantom Help frauds, and our attorneys can help you understand each of them:
| Type | Definition |
|---|---|
| First Category | The foreclosure consultant or mortgage modification targets a certain homeowner facing foreclosure, and collect upfront charges with an objective of stopping the foreclosure proceedings. By the time the owner realizes that nothing has been done, a lot of time has elapsed, and the foreclosure is a looming certainty. |
| Second Category | An individual markets a home pending foreclosure to an unsuspecting buyer. The buyer is not aware of how the insurance process works, hands their down payment to the seller and is handed an unrecorded deed giving them a defective title. Once the buyer moves into the house, they are evicted by the legitimate owner who buys the property from a bank. |
| Third Category | The consultant bars the unsuspecting buyer from making further communications with their attorney since they are handling the entire case. During this process, the consultant convinces the customer to deposit money directly into their account since they are acting as an appointee liaison between them and the seller. |
A variety of legal arguments do exist for Phantom help cases, and our attorneys can help create several defenses to the charges against you. These defenses include, but are not limited to, the following:
Phantom Help fraud case will have two convictions either misdemeanor or felony. In the event of a felony case, you will experience a fine of not more than $10,000 or at least 16 months in prison or both. In a misdemeanor case, a fine of not more than $10,000 or one year in jail or both will be issued.
In conclusion, Phantom Help fraud case is a serious offense punishable by law. Because of the tremendous seriousness of the case, it is essential to speak with an experienced Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer immediately. Our experienced attorneys can help study your case and guide you through the process of understanding the legal framework surrounding Phantom Help fraud. Contact our law firm for excellent guidance on your legal case.
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