Warning! Fraudulant Property Tax Reduction Service

I am in the business of buying and selling real estate and I am also a homeowner in Las Vegas, Nevada. Therefore I have an interest in and a concern for, keeping myself and others informed about information relating to real estate. So, I wanted to post on my blog some important information regarding the surfacing of some recent fraudulant activity, relating to property taxes for homeowners.


I recently received a document in the mail that immediately became a red flag for me. I did some research and found out that it was a scam. Later I also received a notice from the GLVAR stating that it was confirmed by the Nevada Attorney General's office that it was indeed a FRAUD. It is important to me that I share this information in an effort to forewarn others not only within the Clark County region, but with everyone everywhere. Apparently these types of letters are surfacing in other states across the country too. Therefore, the following is more detailed information regarding the letter that I received and that was confirmed to be a FRAUD SERVICE:

The document states it is a: 2009 Property Tax Reduction Form -It states it was sent from: PROPERTY TAX REVIEW BOARD - Not a Government Agency - REGIONAL PROCESSING CENTER - PO BOX 98258 LAS VEGAS, NV 89193-8258 - (800) 581-0628

The form states in bold boxed letters "Notice for Clark County Property Owners" and it is designed to appear legitimite and to create a sense of urgency. There is an "estimated savings" box in the top right hand corner of the form, along with a due date. The service claims to be able to reduce your Annual Property Tax bill by a huge savings. An upfront fee of $189.00 is required and stated on the form. There is a frequently asked questions section on the back of the letter. There is also a deadline date and return envelope included for the fee.

Again, the Nevada Attorney General's Office states that this service is a FRAUD and has surfaced in numerous states. So please warn your family, friends, colleagues and clients about this document form.