🔍 Episode Show Notes:

• A new vehicle title scam has surfaced—this time in Pennsylvania.
• Authorities have charged multiple individuals and businesses, including a car dealership, a notary, and a tag company, for their roles in a widespread auto title fraud scheme.
• The scheme allegedly involved:
  • Forging documents to obtain vehicle titles.
  • Getting titles for stolen vehicles or cars with existing liens.
  • Issuing titles without required inspections—also known as title washing.
  • Altering VIN numbers to disguise damaged or salvaged vehicles.
• These fraudulent actions put potentially dangerous and illegal vehicles back on the road.
• Some vehicle titles are being revoked after the fraud was uncovered.
• Key warning for listeners: Be cautious when seeking help to obtain a vehicle title.
• Avoid paying unknown companies or individuals promising titles with "no questions asked."
• Even if you’re unaware of the fraud, signing documents can make you legally responsible.
• Always ask to see the paperwork being submitted in your name.
• Vehicle title applications are legal documents signed under penalty of perjury—treat them seriously.
• Don’t take shortcuts; ensure everything is done legally and properly to protect yourself and your vehicle.