The victims are targeted with scam messages offering loans. If they reply, the fraudster will ask for copies of the victims documents, location, email address and phone numbers for a so called contract. Next step - the victim will be asked an upfront payment for receiving the loan.
From the fake website:
Authentic loan finance was built on the foundation that “only the best” is standard practice. Our goal is to provide exceptional and professional service to every customer throughout the entire home financing experience. Whether you have established ownership and need a better rate or additional cash or a first time buyer, our team will tailor a loan program that will custom fit your needs. If your unsure, we encourage you to call and ask. We will try to give you direction regardless. We have been “Doing Loans” longer than anyone in California. 75% OF OUR BUSINESS IS REPEAT FORMER CUSTOMERS. CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE.
Who better to entrust with your largest asset than a company that has been established since 1980 and a mortgage team with over 140 years of combined experience. Authentic loan finance philosophy and business style are based on incomparable service and integrity. We will take the time to listen and use our vast knowledge of loan programs to place you in the best loan for your specific situation. With state-of-the-art tools and resources, our mortgage team will streamline your loan process in a simple and worry-free experience.
Contact details:
+48729671433
Number billable as mobile number
Country or destination Poland
Original network provider* LycaMobile
"We have been “Doing Loans” longer than anyone in California" seems the be happening from Poland.
"established since 1980" translates in 2017.
Both California and Poland are, in this case, in Lagos, Nigeria.
Entry in the aa419 Database of fraudulent websites: https://db.aa419.org/fakebanksview.php?key=144114.
From the domain name registration:
Domain Name: authenticloanfinance.com
Updated Date: 2020-05-26
Creation Date: 2017-05-10
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2021-05-10
Registrar: NameSilo, LLC
Reseller: Hostfrica Servers
Registry Registrant ID:
Registrant Name: big bk
Registrant Organization:
Registrant Street: victoria island
Registrant City: lagos
Registrant State/Province: lagos
Registrant Postal Code: 234
Registrant Country: NG
Registrant Phone: +234.09050242327
Registrant Email: jessepeterson25@gmail.com
This is what the fake website looks like:
