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CAAR has recently received multiple reports from members through email and the members-only CAAR Facebook Group regarding these scams occurring in our area.
As always, please exercise due diligence when handling property transactions. Be sure to cross-check information with public records to verify you are communicating with the rightful property owner before proceeding with an MLS listing or any transaction.
Thank you for staying vigilant and helping maintain the integrity and safety of our community.
Joey Conover – 308 8th St NW – December 2024
Cynthia Viejo – Cleveland Ave and Glen Parsons (glenjparsons@proton.me) as the scammer – December 2024
Kyle Olson – Robert Messick (656-214-2640) as the scammer – December 2024
John Ince CAAR Facebook Post – Five acre lot in southern Albemarle – November 2024
Virginia Gardner CAAR Facebook Post – 7 ½ Cherry Street, Charlottesville – November 2024
September 2023
July 2022
Several members have been contacted in recent weeks via Realtor.com by an individual who identified himself as John Rahman, email rahmanjohn051@gmail.com. He fraudulently claims to be a cash buyer. Be cautious and don’t conduct business or transfer money with anyone unless you have confirmed they are a legitimate person and can produce proof of funds. Realtor.com has been notified of this fake buyer and scam.
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Charlottesville, VA 22901
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