Title fraud continues to spread across Alabama, putting property owners at risk of losing their homes or land without warning. Scammers impersonate rightful owners, forge documents, and even list properties for sale with real estate agents—leaving homeowners shocked to find “For Sale” signs on land they never agreed to sell. Victims often discover the scam only after it is too late, forced into a costly and stressful legal battle to reclaim their property.
Officials warn that elderly and absentee landowners are especially vulnerable to these schemes, as fraudsters target properties where owners are less likely to notice unusual activity. Criminals use publicly available information to create convincing identities and documents, making the scam difficult to spot until the damage is done. With cases on the rise, Alabama residents are urged to stay alert and monitor their property records closely to avoid becoming the next victim of title theft.
This story was first reported by aldailynews.com
