EP 45: Pig Butchering 2.0 - How Scammers Are Draining Home Equity (aka: HELOC Romance Scams)

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In the latest episode of Behind the Scams, we uncover the alarming rise of "pig butchering" scams, now targeting unsuspecting homeowners. As scammers evolve from crypto theft to exploiting real estate assets, they employ sophisticated psychological tactics to manipulate victims into liquidating their home equity for seemingly "guaranteed" investments. Discover the red flags every homeowner must recognize in 2026 and learn effective prevention strategies to safeguard your most valuable asset. Don’t let your home become a scammer's ATM—tune in to arm yourself with the knowledge to stay informed and protected against these digital predators.

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