Mar 29, 2024 · Federal prosecutors say Zina Thomas, 60, stole more than 30 homes in and around the city by forging quitclaim deeds transferring the properties to fictitious entities, and then selling them...

Texas law draws a stark distinction between FORGED deeds and FRAUDULENT deeds. These two classes of “Dirty” deeds are treated differently — and with differing criteria for setting them aside — based upon whether they are categorized as “forged” or “fraudulent.”

Aug 18, 2022 · Uncover the intricate world of deed fraud. Understand forgery, its damaging effects, and the legal remedies available to victims.

Feb 15, 2025 · Forgery and unauthorized alterations are severe issues that can render a deed invalid. Forgery involves the unauthorized signing of a grantor’s name or falsifying other elements, such as a notary’s seal or witness signatures.

Dec 12, 2019 · Forged deeds are exactly what the name suggests: a fraudulent scheme that creates a property deed, forges the homeowner’s signature, and uses the forged document to claim that title to the property has been transferred.

Feb 6, 2025 · Victims of forged deeds have several civil remedies. A common approach is filing a lawsuit to have the forged deed declared null and void, formally restoring the rightful owner’s title. This often requires evidence of forgery, such as expert testimony or forensic analysis.

Jan 22, 2025 · Deed fraud is a type of identity theft. A criminal identifies a potential home to target — often a second home, rental, vacation home or vacant house — and then forges the true owner’s...

Feb 18, 2022 · Deed fraud occurs when the person signing the deed has attempted to lay a claim on a property based on forged signatures, undue influence, or flawed deeds. It will not be considered forgery when the person signs his own name. Common examples of deed fraud include: A claim to sell or convey property that the grantor does not own.

Jul 5, 2019 · Property deed fraud is increasing. How can you protect yourself from being a victim? Learn some ways to prevent deed fraud, and fix it if you are a victim.

If you believe fraud exists whether in a deed given to you or someone else, it is very important to contact an experience real estate attorney immediately and have it set aside by the court, otherwise the deed is legally valid and perfect and will stand.