Beware of housing scammers, public warned
HUMAN Settlements and Urban Development Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar on Tuesday cautioned the public against unscrupulous individuals or groups who could be taking advantage of the rollout of the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Housing (4PH) Program throughout the country.
Acuzar said the DHSUD will not tolerate any form of corruption or other illegal schemes in the implementation of 4PH –the flagship housing program of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
At the same time, the DHSUD chief vowed to take appropriate action, including filing of proper charges if needed, against those who would be found taking advantage of the housing program for their own selfish agenda.
“At DHSUD, we don’t tolerate any form of graft and corruption. We encourage everyone to report any suspicion against unscrupulous individuals taking advantage of the 4PH Program for their illegal activities,” Acuzar said.
“We will act accordingly against them, and we will not hesitate to file proper cases, if necessary,” he warned.
Acuzar urged the public to report to DHSUD any suspicious activities by individuals and groups, or even officials and staff members of DHSUD, regarding the implementation of 4PH–particularly those who misrepresent themselves to have involvement in the program and asking fees for registration.
“Transact only with LGUs with regards to beneficiaries and contractors,” the DHSUD chief stressed.
