Michigan residents are being targeted in a new scam involving fraudulent housing vouchers.
There are currently no housing choice voucher waiting lists open in Michigan. However, CBS News reported the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and the office of Attorney General Dana Nessel have issued a warning that the new scam involves the promise of housing vouchers. The scammers are using the MSHDA name and logo in their messaging, and their goal is to pilfer personal information from residents..
“They also are using the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development name and fair housing logos on flyers and online advertisements,” said Lisa Kemmis, MSHDA rental assistance and homeless solutions director. “This is fraudulent information, and individuals should not provide their personal information to folks through the provided links or contacts listed on these pages or documents.”
“Bad actors will use any opportunity they can find to scam unsuspecting people – even going as far as to impersonate state and federal agencies,” added Nessel. “I hope everyone will take the time to read this warning from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and visit my website to learn the many ways imposter scams target consumers.”
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