Florida Property Fraud Is Rising: How to Protect Your Real Estate With Free County Fraud Alerts
Property Fraud Is a Growing Concern Across Florida
Property fraud — sometimes called deed fraud or title fraud — is becoming a serious issue for Florida homeowners and investors. In many cases, criminals record fraudulent documents that make it appear ownership has transferred, often targeting vacant properties, rental homes, or properties owned by out-of-state individuals.
Florida Clerks of Court now offer free property fraud alert systems in all 67 counties to help residents monitor activity tied to their name or property records. (The Florida Bar)
While these alerts do not stop fraud from happening, they provide early notification so property owners can act quickly.
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What Is Property Fraud — and Why Should You Care?
Property fraud typically happens when someone files forged deeds, liens, or mortgage documents in official records to gain financial control over real estate they do not own.
Many victims don’t realize fraud has occurred until months later — making recovery significantly harder.
Free county alert systems monitor official recordings and notify you when a document is filed using your name or business name. (polkclerkfl.gov)
Why Registering for Fraud Alerts Matters
Property fraud alert services are designed as an early-warning system, giving you valuable time to investigate suspicious activity before problems escalate.
These alerts:
✔ Notify you when deeds or documents are recorded
✔ Help detect fraud sooner
✔ Allow faster legal response
However, clerks emphasize these services do not prevent fraud, only alert you after a document is recorded. (polkclerkfl.gov)
Register for Property Fraud Alerts in Central Florida Counties
Below are direct links to free fraud alert programs offered through local Clerks of Court. If you own property in multiple counties, you should register in each one.
Orange County Property Fraud Alerts
👉 Visit your Orange County Clerk’s recording notification system to register your name for alerts when documents are filed.
https://ocpaweb.ocpafl.org/content/PropertyInfoAlert
Polk County Property Fraud Alert
🔗 Register for Polk County Property Fraud Alert
Polk County’s alert system monitors deeds, mortgages, titles, and other official recordings tied to your name.
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Seminole County Property Fraud Alert
🔗 Sign Up for Seminole County Property Fraud Alerts
This free monitoring service alerts subscribers whenever recording activity occurs using their information.
Volusia County Property Fraud Alert
🔗 Register for Volusia County Property Fraud Alerts
Volusia County offers email and phone notifications when documents are recorded in your name.
https://www.clerk.org/propertyFraudAlert.aspx
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Sumter County Property Fraud Alert
🔗 Register for Sumter County Property Fraud Alert
Subscribers receive alerts when recording activity happens within the Clerk’s office.
https://www.sumterclerk.com/property-fraud-alert
Brevard County Property Fraud Alerts
👉 Brevard County offers a recording notification service through the Clerk’s Office to monitor property records.
https://www.brevardclerk.us/recording-notification-service
Osceola County Property Fraud Alerts
👉 Osceola County residents can register through the Clerk of Court’s fraud monitoring program.
https://officialrecords.osceolaclerk.org/propertyalert/
Lake County Property Fraud Alerts
👉 Lake County also provides free monitoring tools for property owners through its Clerk’s Office.
Marion County Property Fraud Alerts
👉 Marion County property owners can register for free alert notifications through the official records monitoring service.
https://nvweb.marioncountyclerk.org/PropertyAlert/
What To Do If You Receive a Fraud Alert
If you receive a notification that you did not initiate:
- Review the recorded document immediately
- Contact your county Clerk of Court
- Report suspected fraud to law enforcement
- Speak with an experienced real estate litigation attorney
The sooner action is taken, the better the chances of resolving fraudulent filings.
How Bogin, Munns & Munns Helps Protect Florida Property Owners
Property fraud cases can involve complex legal issues — including forged deeds, title disputes, and real estate litigation.
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, our attorneys have decades of experience helping clients across Central Florida resolve property disputes and protect their investments.
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If you believe you may be a victim of property fraud or need guidance after receiving a fraud alert, contact our team today to schedule a consultation.
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