Westchester County Clerk Joins Chorus With Warning Against Foreclosure Rescue Scams

Mid Hudson News reports that Westchester County, New York Clerk Timothy Idoni announced earlier this week that the number of newly filed foreclosure actions during the first quarter of 2007 is up 39 percent increase over the first quarter of 2006, and up 116 percent increase over the first quarter of 2005. He warns to be cautious of foreclosure rescue schemes if a foreclosure action is filed against you. “Unfortunately an increase in foreclosures also brings with it a new set of con artists just waiting to take advantage of residents who are under the stress of foreclosure action,” he warns. For more, see Westchester County clerk urges at-risk residents to seek reputable counseling.
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