Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans
State Attorney General Hector Balderas is warning of a “dangerous new scam” that is targeting New Mexicans who are having trouble paying their mortgages. “Do not pay Ocwen mortgage payments by Moneygram in response to ‘Making Home Affordable’ offer letters or calls,” he said in a news release, referring to Ocwen Financial Group. “This is a scam … ” How it works: Consumers get a letter offering them a “trial payment plan” or loan modification, and they’re given a phone number to make the payments. “Ocwen has investigated the matter and determined that third-parties are posing as Ocwen employees to obtain payment from consumers,” the alert says. Beware if you get a call about this. The callers at times will spoof an Ocwen phone number, often in the 214 area code, Balderas said. Consumers who have questions about their home loan can contact the real Ocwen at 800-746-2936. If you’re hit by the scam, call the AG’s Consumer Protection Division at 505-222-9100 or 1-800-678-1508. Happy holidays – from the Scrooges, the stealthy scammers and the off-shore Santas who are out in force this season looking to separate you from your money. With a little caution, though, you can avoid a […]
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