Trade Fraud Task Force In Massachusetts
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To report the suspected misuse of Section 8 or other housing benefit programs, contact the Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of the Inspector General, the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development and/or the local housing authority.
Fraud is an intentional misrepresentation of material fact made to another person with knowledge of its falsity for the purpose of inducing the other person to act, and upon which the other person relies and consequently suffers injury or damage. Examples: Embezzling or other financial irregularities.
Or you can call the Housing Discrimination Hotline: (800) 669-9777. How do I report possible fraud in a HUD program? Answer: If you are aware of fraud, waste, and abuse in HUD programs and operations, report it to HUD's Hotline! You can file a complaint online or via phone, fax, or mail.
First identify the building or facility you believe to be in violation by citing the NAME OF THE BUILDING and the EXACT ADDRESS. Fill out the complaint form in full. (It is important to note that the more information you provide, the faster your complaint will be processed).
Where can I make the complaint? You can report suspected fraud, waste and abuse relating to EOHLC programs by filling out our Online Form. You can also report by calling us at 617-573-1100 or emailing us at EOHLChotline@mass. Can I make a complaint anonymously?
Fraud and abuse involve intentional acts of deception to secure benefits. The family intentionally misleads or deceives, resulting in improper payments from the Section 8 housing program. By Families: Deliberately misrepresenting income or family composition to receive higher benefits.
File a report with the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc if your report is about the business practices of an individual, company, or entity. You also can report identity theft at IdentityTheft and Do Not Call violations at donotcall.
The concept states that there are three components which, together, lead to fraudulent behavior. They are (1) a perceived un-shareable financial need (motive/pressure), (2) a perceived opportunity to commit fraud, and (3) the rationalization of committing the fraud.
In most cases, individuals are not legally required to report fraud. However, certain professionals, especially those in healthcare or finance, may be bound by mandatory reporting laws or ethical standards tied to their licenses.
Learn more about common fraud schemes that target consumers, including identity theft, non-delivery scams, online car buying scams, and theft of ATM/debit and credit cards.
