CONTACT US
Enter your Name, Email Address and a short message. We'll respond to you as soon as possible.
Manny Gonzalez, II, AIF®
Investment Advisor Representative
Signature Financial Group, LLC
9150 South Hills Blvd, Suite 200
Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Phone: 216-642-9556 Ext. 320
Fax: 216-642-5508
Cell: 440-731-0321
Text: 440-583-6146
Email: mgonzalez@sfg4you.com
Website: MGONZALEZWEALTH.COM
November/December 2025
Protect Your Home From Deed Theft
Your property isn't just a piece of real estate—it's a significant investment and a crucial part of your financial portfolio. Unfortunately, with the rise of digital documentation and online transactions, deed theft has become a growing concern you can't ignore. Here's how you can protect your home.
Understand the Risks.
Recognize the vulnerabilities that can lead to deed theft. Criminals often seek out seasonally vacant properties, such as vacation homes or homes owned by absent owners. Public property records can reveal ownership details. This transparency can give criminals an opportunity to exploit.Monitor Property Records.
Consider quarterly reviews to catch any suspicious activity as soon as possible. Local governments may offer services you can access online to alert homeowners of changes to their property titles. Taking advantage of these monitoring services can provide an extra layer of assurance against unauthorized changes.Invest in Title Insurance.
This insurance protects you against financial loss caused by defects in the title, including deed theft. If someone successfully transfers ownership of your property illegally, your title insurance policy can cover the legal fees and any losses incurred.Secure Your Personal Information.
Use strong passwords for all your online accounts and two-factor authentication wherever possible. Consider a comprehensive identity theft protection service, which can monitor for suspicious activity related to your personal information.Deed theft may be an alarming prospect, but taking proactive measures can significantly reduce your risk. The effort you put into security today can prevent substantial financial losses tomorrow.
8300689
Securities and investment advisory services offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC. Additional advisory services offered through Signature Equity Partners, LLC. Osaic Wealth is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of Osaic Wealth.
Signature Financial Group, LLC and LTM Marketing Solutions, LLC are unrelated companies. This publication was prepared for the publication’s provider by LTM Marketing Solutions, LLC, an unrelated third party. Articles are not written or produced by the named representative.
The information and opinions contained in this web site are obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The publishers assume no responsibility for errors and omissions or for any damages resulting from the use of the published information. This web site is published with the understanding that it does not render legal, accounting, financial, or other professional advice. Whole or partial reproduction of this web site is forbidden without the written permission of the publisher.