### Former President of APIT Indicted for Real Estate Fraud
The former president of the Tijuana Association of Real Estate Professionals (APIT), Paola “N,” has been indicted on charges of fraud. The indictment follows her involvement in the sale of plots of land which reportedly victimized Luis Alberto Beilis Mitlich.
During the proceedings held on Monday, another accused individual, Adalberto “N,” was exonerated by a judge. Luis Alberto Beilis stated that since he always had direct dealings with Paola, the evidence solely implicated her. Although Adalberto participated in the meetings and brought in the supposed property owner, all interactions were primarily through Paola.
In 2022, the Beilis Mitlich family sought to purchase land and contacted APIT. The then-president Paola “N” showed them two plots in the Encanto del Mar subdivision, offering them for $95,000, with the payment to be made in cash. A year later, when the family began clearing the land for construction, the true owner appeared, claiming the property had been invaded. This revelation exposed that the supposed owner and the presented identification from the National Electoral Institute (INE) were fraudulent.
The affected family demands the return of the full payment with interest accrued over the two years and legal costs, totaling over $150,000. Luis Alberto Beilis expressed the family’s loss of trust and their hope for economic reparations, although they are aware that moral damages cannot be undone easily. They also mentioned that it would be up to the judge to determine whether Paola “N” would face imprisonment. Furthermore, they hope that APIT and the state’s Secretary of Economy will revoke Paola’s professional license.
### Related News: Increasing Vigilance on Real Estate Transactions
In light of the recent indictment of Paola “N,” it’s essential to highlight that only 1 in 8 real estate agents are licensed. This statistic raises concerns about the profession’s regulation and consumer protection. Potential buyers are advised to verify the licensing and credentials of real estate professionals to avoid similar fraudulent activities.
Authorities emphasize the importance of conducting thorough background checks and ensuring transactional transparency. The incident involving the Beilis Mitlich family underscores the necessity for tighter regulatory scrutiny and legal reforms to safeguard investors against deceitful practices in the property market.
Moreover, it’s also crucial to note the advice from the Baja California State Government’s Indivi, which suggests that unusually low property prices can often be indicators of potential fraud, urging buyers to be cautious and perform due diligence.
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