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Free Property Fraud Alerts

Protect Your Home from Fraud with Free Alerts Today

Property and mortgage fraud is the fastest-growing white-collar crime in the United States, according to the FBI. Scammers file fake deeds to make it appear as if they own homes that aren't theirs, tricking people into paying to rent or buy these homes, in effect, selling your home or business out from under you.

Protect Your Property with Free Fraud Alerts
The Nashville Davidson County Register of Deeds Office offers a free property fraud alert program to safeguard your valuable asset. Once enrolled, you will receive notifications by email or phone whenever a document is recorded in Davidson County using your name(s) or business name(s).

How Property Fraud Alert Works

  • Free Service: This program protects your property from fraud by monitoring documents recorded in Tennessee County Register of Deeds Offices.

  • Notifications: You will receive email notifications whenever a document is recorded using your name or business name.

  • Early Alerts: Early notification can prevent fraud and provide you with valuable time to take action.

How to Sign Up

Signing up is quick and easy! Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the registration link here.

  2. Enter all variations of your name or the name you wish to monitor (one at a time).

  3. Enter your email address and click 'Submit Name.'

  4. Repeat for every additional name you wish to monitor.

What Happens When You Receive an Alert?

When a document is recorded that matches your monitoring criteria, you will receive an alert with an instrument number.

Steps to Take If You Suspect Fraud:

  1. Review the Document:  

    • Contact the Register of Deeds office at (615) 862-6790 to obtain a copy.

  2. Verify Legitimacy:

    • Determine if the document was filed with your knowledge and consent.

    • If not, it may be fraud or identity theft.

  3. Report Fraud:

    • Immediately report any fraudulent document to the Register’s office.

    • Notify local law enforcement and file a police report.

    • Contact major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit report.

    • Seek advice from an attorney specializing in real estate or identity theft.

    • Keep monitoring your credit reports for unusual activity.

FAQ

  1. No Alerts Received? Check your email address and spam/junk folders.

  2. Multiple Email Notifications? Enter the same name with different email addresses.

  3. Remove an Alert? Enter the monitored name and email address used for notifications to remove it.

  4. Types of Alerts? You will receive alerts for any recording changes made.

By signing up for this free service, you can protect your valuable assets and respond promptly to any unauthorized activity. We encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.