Emergency 24-Hour Property Defense Checklist

If someone you love has just been detained, start here. This free checklist is designed for the first 24 hours, when protecting the home, mortgage, business, and essential records matters most.

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Download the Emergency 24-Hour Property Defense Checklist (PDF)

Use this checklist first

Move carefully, verify every request for money or documents, and contact qualified professionals through official channels. This checklist is educational information, not legal, immigration, tax, or financial advice. Laws vary by state. Consult a licensed attorney or HUD-approved housing counselor for advice about your situation.

For housing counseling, call the HUD-approved housing counselor line at 800-569-4287.

If there is an immediate threat to anyone's safety, call 911.