Phishing seems to be a trend today.  We receive many emails which appear to be related to our clients or transactions we have in process.  But, unless we recognize the sender, we do not open them.

Phishing is defined by the Oxford Language Dictionary as “the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.”

It appears to be worse than ever.  You could receive an email from what appears to be your mortgage company asking for your personal information, or another mortgage company trying to solicit you and requesting your personal information.  Be careful!  Do not open or respond to these emails.  If you have any questions as to whether mortgage related emails you receive are legit, let us know and we would be happy to review them for you.

We work for you, not the lender.