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Christopher S. Mulvaney, Esq.


There are many real estate related scams. I will focus on four.

  • Escrow Wire Fraud Scams
  • Foreclosure Scams
  • Refinance Scams
  • Reverse Mortgage Scams

Escrow Wire Fraud Scams

The number one way scammers operate is by telephone. If you are scammed report it to the FBI.

There are steps you can take to make being a victim of “phishing” less likely. The Washington Attorney General can also help.

Foreclosure Scams

The Federal Trade Commission website has detailed mortgage relief scam information. Beware of any guarantees or anything that sounds too good to be true.

Foreclosure ScamDownload

Refinance Scams

Mortgage related scams come in a variety of types. A common feature is irregularity with the paperwork, so check everything carefully.

Reverse Mortgage Scams

According to the FBI, reverse mortgage scams often target people over age 62 because that is the qualifying age for a reverse mortgage. Watch out for phony appraisals. Go to the HUD website to get information directly. The Federal Trade Commission has information to help you understand what you are doing before you sign anything. Nolo also has good information.

Christopher S. Mulvaney’s Mission:

To Always Be a Human Being First, and My Role Second. 

To First, Do No Harm, then to provide the best legal outcome,

smoothest process, best value, and to make a positive difference in the life of every client.

Christopher S. Mulvaney’s Mantra:

May I be filled with loving kindness for all life.

May I be safe from dangers within and without.

May I be healthy in body, mind, socially, and spiritually.

May I be at ease and happy, doing good in the world.

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Mulvaney Law Offices, PLLC is located in Bellevue, Washington, representing estate planning & probate, chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy, and real estate transactions clients in:

  • Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, Bellevue, Redmond, Renton, Issaquah, Sammamish, Maple Valley, Burien, SeaTac, and throughout King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties.