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“[Santiago Pineda] was so convincing,” said Gena Ramirez, a Denver homeowner. “We kept even telling [Pineda] we have kids to take care of. He promised us that in our situation he can work [put the loan with the bank].”
Santiago Pineda, has been arrested and charged with 11 counts of felony theft. Pineda, along with two other employees, worked with American Mortgage Consultants, also referred to as American Mortgage Counselors.
According to the Ramirez family, he told them he would help them modify their loan in order to avoid foreclosure, in exchange for $2,500 up front. During the process, the Ramirez’ said Pineda told them not to contact their bank or even let them know they were dealing with AMC.
7NEWS asked Denver District Attorney Prosecutor Joe Morales if that was legal?
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