“They’re negligent”: Maine land continues to be put up for sale without owners’ knowledge

A growing wave of land scams is hitting Maine, as scammers use fake documents to steal properties right from under unsuspecting owners.

A growing wave of land scams is hitting Maine, as scammers use fake documents to steal properties right from under unsuspecting owners.
House fraud and real estate fraud are more common than you might think. According to the FBI, 9,521 people were victims of real estate cybercrimes in 2023.