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14:19 14/08/2020
Latest scam awareness update
The impact of fraud can be both financially and emotionally devastating. It is a top priority for Greater Manchester Police (GMP) to investigate reports of fraud thoroughly and take action to disrupt and stop fraudsters offending.
GMP is committed to providing the public with up-to-date information about fraud and the latest scams so that our communities know how to protect themselves and their hard earned money, making it easier to stop these crimes taking place.
Timeshare fraud
What is it?
Fraudsters will claim you can become a property millionaire by investing in a timeshare. A timeshare is when a number of people share ownership of one property – usually a holiday property. Each buyer purchases a certain amount of time that they can use the property for in a year.
The timeshare property in the scam may be far below the standard described by the fraudster and in the brochures they provide you, or may not even exist at all.
When trying to sell you the timeshare, fraudsters may invite you to a presentation and promise you a free gift if you stay until the end. Then will then pressure you intro signing a contract for the timeshare.
Fraudsters can also target people who already own timeshares, by offering to sell it on their behalf for a fee.
What to look out for
How to protect yourself
How to report it
If you think you have been a victim of timeshare fraud, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk.