Our free Consumer Notification Tool launched just over a year ago, offering homeowners a valuable safeguard against scams involving their property.
The idea emerged from many conversations Register Iannuccillo had with constituents, who asked whether paying a private company for this kind of monitoring was worthwhile. Working with IT experts, Iannuccillo found a way for the Registry to provide this service at no cost. Homeowners can now sign up to have the Registry of Deeds email them an alert any time a property document is recorded in their name.
Unfortunately, every so often we see a case in the news that highlights the need for a service like ours. Here is one recent example from Concord, MA:
A couple residing in another state who owned property in Concord discovered their land was sold by thieves pretending to be them. Using their names, the criminals emailed a local realtor who put the property on the market. The property sold and the thieves made off with over a half million dollars. The couple only discovered the theft after the fact, when they contacted town hall looking for their tax bill. (Read the full story here.)
To avoid falling victim to a scam like this, we advise all homeowners to sign up and take advantage of our free Consumer Notification service. Getting a notification could help you stop a crime like this in its tracks.
To sign up, CLICK HERE