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Real estate, mortgage, and home improvement fraud statistics

Fraud in real estate, mortgages, and home improvement is increasingly prevalent and costs Americans billions every year.

By Jack Caporal – Updated Sep 10, 2025 at 1:39PM

Key Points

  • Real estate scams have cost Americans billions since 2020, with median losses up to $2,000 per case.
  • Top states for real estate fraud include California, Florida, and Nevada; Alaska leads in per-capita cases.
  • Home improvement and mortgage scams rise with market trends, costing victims increasing sums annually.
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