Insight
Black homeowners and communities have been disproportionately targeted by deed theft schemes, exacerbating racial wealth gaps.
NYC launches new unit to combat deed theft
Summary
New York City has launched the Office of Deed Theft Prevention, aiming to combat fraudulent property transfers, particularly those targeting Black homeowners. This initiative, housed within the Department of Finance, will centralize efforts in detection, homeowner assistance, and enforcement. The new office will coordinate with various city agencies and state partners, leveraging new state tools to protect homeowners' generational wealth and stabilize neighborhoods.
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