Financial Markets Authority files 61 charges against six people over alleged mortgage fraud

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Charges laid in Manukau District Court over alleged mortgage fraud. Photo / 123rf

New Zealand’s financial regulator has filed 61 charges against six individuals over an alleged mortgage fraud.

The charges were filed at the Manukau District Court by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) under the Crimes Act 1961, the Secret Commissions Act 1910 and the Financial Markets Authority Act 2011.

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orders are in place.

FMA executive director response and enforcement Louise Unger said mortgage fraud was one of its key regulatory priorities.

“This type of alleged mortgage fraud undermines trust and confidence in New Zealand’s lending system and financial institutions.