Home Takeovers in Baltimore Become More Frequent Costing Owners Thousands

By FOX45
Posted on 06/24/22 | News Source: FOX45

Owners of a Northwest Baltimore home had just completed renovations and was preparing to put the home on the market, however, plans changed almost overnight.

"We noticed someone living in the house," said Jack Resnick of Platinum Realty.

Owners say the lockbox on the front door had vanished and a woman had settled inside the home.

"They basically removed the lock box, changed the locks, and presented the property as their own," said Resnick.

The woman is now refusing to leave and, according to owners, is armed with a fictitious lease claiming she is renting the home.

In-text messages, the owner has offered the woman $1,500 to leave the home. She replied that she needed $6,200.

"Its just a way for them to make money," said Jack, "The Serve Guy" who owns a private eviction service.

"I normally do at least five a week," he said.