Jasper, IN asked in International Law, Consumer Law and Real Estate Law for Indiana

Q: A company approached me to buy my 1 week time share , out of Chicago area not sure I can trust them

they are working with title company to buy this for a chineese company. the amount sounds great , but in order to process, I have to pay the RFC fee to do business in mexico - in order for them to release by money by the government.

How do I trust them, not to loose 4000.00

Is this a scam ? both owners of the Chicago based companies have called me, they have an A+ rating with the better business company.

1 Lawyer Answer
Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
Answered
  • International Law Lawyer
  • Potomac, MD

A: Sounds like a brand new variant of a popular scam. Check them out in full before paying anything.

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