A Las Vegas man was sentenced to 6 years and 9 months in prison for mortgage fraud and operating a mortgage foreclosure rescue scam that defrauded homeowners facing foreclosure. George Eggleston, 65, of Nexxus and Global Legal Associates claimed that his company could stop or reverse any pending or completed foreclosures with litigation. Eggleston bilked unsuspecting and hopeful homeowners for a monthly payment of at least $1,000 for Nexxus’ services and those the attorneys he claimed he managed.
Be aware of these types of scams as we see many of their victims in our offices AFTER they have lost their money and their homes. You should be suspect of:
If you suspect that you have been victimized, call the office of the United States Trustee, the Federal Bureau of Investigations or the Nevada Attorney General’s office.