As National Consumer Protection Week kicks off today, the Kankakee County Recorder’s Office is urging residents to sign up for its free Property Fraud Alert service. With property fraud on the rise, the FBI reports over 9,500 complaints in a year, racking up losses of $145 million—outpacing even identity theft and ransomware. Deed fraud happens when criminals file fake documents to steal home ownership. Recorder Lori Gadbois says the free program is a game-changer:
Gadbois says for more details or to enroll, visit K3CountyRecorder.com or call (815) 937-2980.
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