Mortgage Fraud

Florida legal definition under F.S. 817.545

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Definition: Making misrepresentations or omissions during the mortgage lending process with the intent to receive proceeds, assets, or property from a mortgage transaction. A 3rd degree felony.

Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 817.545 · Source: Florida Legislature

Understanding Mortgage Fraud in Florida

Making misrepresentations or omissions during the mortgage lending process with the intent to receive proceeds, assets, or property from a mortgage transaction. A 3rd degree felony.

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