Real Estate Fraud Defense Attorney

The federal government, at the request of lenders, has significantly increased its investigation and prosecution of real estate fraud involving silent second schemes, foreclosure prevention schemes, and straw buyers purchasing property for an investor who may not otherwise have qualified for a loan.

The sudden drop in the real estate market has caused significant problems for property investors who may have had legitimate and legal intentions of purchasing properties for later resale, but who were then stuck with properties that could not be sold. These investors, and the straw buyers who helped them purchase multiple properties, are now facing real estate fraud charges for deception used to purchase the property.

Less common in the current real estate climate is real estate fraud involving inflated appraisals in which a property is purchased and repurchased several times, each time at a higher price, with the proceeds being pocketed by an investor, appraiser, broker or other interested party.

Real Estate Fraud Lawyer Experienced in High-Profile Cases

The consequences of a conviction in a real estate fraud case can be severe. Not only can you be prosecuted for any actual loss caused by fraud, but also for any intended loss — and prosecutors use every tactic available to inflate the intended loss.

It is critical to hire an experienced defense lawyer who can provide you with effective representation. If you suspect you are being investigated, do not wait until you are charged to call a lawyer. Get defense attorney Frank A. Rubino on your case early.

Frank Rubino has more than 30 years of experience handling large-scale white collar crime cases in federal courts, including cases involving mortgage fraud and real estate fraud. He has represented real estate investors, mortgage brokers, appraisers, realtors, alleged straw buyers and others facing federal criminal charges for real estate fraud.

It's Not Too Early to Call

Frequently people learn of a federal criminal investigation before they have been charged. Regardless of where you are in the legal process, it is best to have an experienced federal tax fraud defense attorney by your side. The intervention of an attorney can result in charges being dropped or less significant charges being filed.

Contact Real Estate Fraud Defense Lawyer Frank Rubino

If you are facing allegations of real estate or mortgage fraud, contact the Houston law office of Frank Rubino to discuss your case. Call 713-574-7716 or 1-866-718-3994. Mr. Rubino accepts federal criminal cases across Texas and the United States.

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