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A Georgia homeowner was misled into signing a quit claim deed as part of a supposed loan to cover back taxes, resulting in the title being transferred for nothing. Attorneys say this tactic is common in foreclosure relief scams, and homeowners should never sign over a quit claim deed to secure a loan.
A Georgia homeowner says she was stunned to learn her house was no longer hers after signing paperwork she believed was tied to a small loan. County records show the homeowner signed a quit claim deed transferring ownership of her home to a company for zero dollars. She says she was told the document was only collateral to help cover overdue property taxes, not a transfer of ownership. Months later, she discovered the company now legally held the title to her home.
Legal experts say this tactic is common in foreclosure relief and tax rescue schemes, where homeowners are pressured to sign quit claim deeds under false pretenses. After the transfer, the company attempted to evict the homeowner, claiming she was merely a tenant. A judge rejected that argument, but the dispute continues, with the company demanding significantly more money to return the title. The case highlights how easily a single signed document can quietly strip a homeowner of legal ownership.
This story was first posted on WSB-TV 2
