Real-estate is among the industries who are stepping up with their online with nearly 84% beginning their home search online.

A common online scam is with false web classified ads. Some of the homes listed on online ad sites are posted far below the actual sale price or they are homes posted that are not truly for sale.

How do you identify such scams? Here are some examples:

• A person claiming to be out of the country.

• Dealing only with wire transfers or money gram

• Requiring money before showing you the home

Some real-estate scammers would be able to show you a property, however, remain cautious and do some research first on the property before proceeding with any kind of payment.

Never provide any kind of personal or financial information to individuals or organizations that only send you emails asking for it. Verify the information provided by the person you are dealing with.

But the best thing that could help you avoid such problems is by getting a real-estate agent or a mentor to help you out and protect your best interests.

Janus Real Estate Group *    Heather Anderson *    972-765-3773