Banks Increase Recovery Amount for Victims of Jeonse Fraud...Waiving Part of Distribution from Housing Auctions
South Korean banks are introducing measures to increase rental deposit recoveries for victims of jeonse fraud by agreeing to waive part of the auction distributions from fraud-related properties.
‘Rental Scammers’ in CDMX: How Does This New Fraud Modality Work for Those Seeking an Apartment?
In Mexico City, a new type of scam known as 'monta rentas' is preying on individuals searching for affordable rental apartments.
Tenant's Rights Against Landlords Established Upon Registration of Residence... Measures to Prevent Jeonse Fraud Announced
The South Korean government has announced measures to prevent jeonse fraud, establishing tenant rights to counteract landlords' potentially fraudulent actions during rental agreements.
Gang suspected of obtaining more than R$ 700,000 through scams targeting companies is the target of a police operation in Paraná
A police operation in Paraná targets a gang suspected of defrauding over R$ 700,000 from businesses in the construction materials and equipment rental sectors.
Žemaitaitis demonstrates calm due to new investigations: "Starts ten, ends all"
Lithuanian politician R. Žemaitaitis remains unfazed by a police investigation into potential fraud related to his rental car expenses amid the upcoming 2024 elections.
More than 6,000 rental fraud victim homes acquired, recognition of 37,000 victims
The Korea Land and Housing Corporation has acquired over 6,000 homes affected by rental fraud, with a total of 37,000 victims recognized under the rental fraud victim law.
7 out of 10 Rental Fraud Victims in Gimpo City Denied Public Purchase... "Legal Amendment Needed"
The public purchase approval rate for rental fraud-affected housing in Gimpo City is significantly lower than the national average due to legal exclusions, prompting calls for legislative reform.
Housing Market: Why Hamburg's 'Rent Observer' has not worked so far
Hamburg's Rent Observer tool has failed to address excessive rent complaints effectively despite intentions from the government to tackle rental fraud.
She is an expert in real estate and reveals how to avoid rental scams in the U.S.
A real estate expert warns of rental scams in the U.S., emphasizing the need for vigilance while searching for properties.
A woman arrested for offering tourist apartments in Madrid by impersonating the owners
A woman in Madrid has been arrested for defrauding users by offering tourist apartments while impersonating the real property owners.
Democratic Party to Introduce 'Minimum Guarantee System' for Rent Fraud Deposits to Ensure Recovery of Certain Proportion
The South Korean government and ruling party plan to introduce a 'minimum guarantee system' to help victims of rent fraud recover a portion of their rental deposits.
Police investigate rental contract fraud scheme and recover more than 60 vehicles in Bahia
A Civil Police operation in Bahia recovered 68 vehicles linked to a fraud scheme involving false rental contracts.
Fraud of false rental advertisement: woman is arrested in DF after 37 complaints
A woman was arrested in Brazil for allegedly scamming people with fake rental advertisements, resulting in numerous complaints.
A man managed to live in a New York hotel for years without paying a cent - and this was completely legal!
An individual in New York pleaded guilty to fraud after illegally attempting to acquire the famous New Yorker Hotel, culminating a years-long legal saga stemming from an obscure rental law that allowed him to live in the hotel rent-free in Manhattan.
Even if illegally built buildings are purchased publicly... 'splitting households' prevents restitution for rental fraud victims
Victims of rental fraud in South Korea are frustrated as they are ineligible for public purchase aid due to living in illegally constructed buildings.
A man who wanted to rent a house lost 9 thousand euros
A man in Lithuania lost nearly 10,684 USD while attempting to rent a house online after being directed to a fraudulent site for payment.
In Mažeikiai, a fraudster does not return the rented BMW X6: a criminal case has been opened
A 36-year-old man in Mažeikiai is facing a criminal investigation for not returning a rented BMW X6, resulting in a reported financial loss of over €13,000.
Accused of Millions of Fraud Arrested in Gurugram
The Gurugram Police have arrested Dhruvdat Sharma, the director of 32 Milestone Avenue, in connection with a fraud case involving 500 to 1000 crores where he allegedly deceived investors with guaranteed rental returns.
Web of Greed and Fraud of 1000 Crores... Mastermind Caught in Gurugram
A major fraud case involving 500 to 1000 crores was uncovered in Gurugram with the arrest of Dhruvadatt Sharma, who allegedly deceived millions with promises of high rental returns.
A Victorian school teacher was applying for 'heaps of rentals' online – then someone accessed his bank account
A Victorian school teacher had his digital identity compromised while applying for rental properties online, leading to unauthorized access to his bank account.
The number of purchased rental fraud victim houses exceeds 5,000... 36,000 victims recognized
As of January 27, the Korea Land and Housing Corporation has purchased over 5,889 houses affected by rental fraud, with a total of 36,000 victims officially recognized under the newly established Rental Fraud Victim Law.
Dutch entrepreneur with a fraud conviction plans mega-resort in Dalmatia
A controversial Dutch entrepreneur is planning to build a tourist complex with 480 vacation homes in Rovanj, Dalmatia, attracting attention due to the area's existing rental market.
Will my rent go down? Keys on the new measures announced by the Government
The Government is set to approve a royal decree law with new regulations to intervene in rental agreements, including incentives to freeze prices and increased penalties for fraud.