From football to fraud: tackling the baddies
Summary
The article discusses a podcast featuring former footballer Neil Heaney, who became a campaigner and law firm owner after being caught up in a property investment fraud in Spain. It highlights the risks of overseas property transactions, the importance of due diligence, and the role of specialist legal support before and after problems arise.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may encounter clients considering overseas property purchases or seeking advice after investment losses, so the article reinforces the need for robust due diligence and clear risk warnings. It also underlines how fraudulent schemes can affect ordinary consumers, not just high-net-worth investors.
Key points
- Neil Heaney was drawn into overseas property fraud after personal losses in Spain.
- The podcast stresses the need for searches on companies and developers before committing funds.
- Specialist legal support is presented as important both before purchase and after disputes arise.
- Judicare is described as an SRA-regulated international legal practice operating across 15 jurisdictions.
- The new JLaw Network aims to connect firms with trusted international legal support.
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