Just because a real estate deal loses money or pauses does not mean its a ponzi or a scam. 99% of them ARE NOT.Why are you contacting the SEC?

I want to get an equity line of credit on my rental but I believe I just got scammed by Crowne Lending Services.

Quote from @Spencer Cuello: Warranties are a scam.

Most borrower's fall prey to bait and switch or scams because of this.

Maybe they think it's a scam or something.  

The duo skillfully concealed their fraudulent activities, ensuring that their victims remained unaware of the impending collapse.Seeking Justice and Rebuilding Lives -The Brian Dozier Con Artis scam serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that lurk within the world of investments.

Sub2 is "the" scam of the day, maybe as much as 1% of those attempting it have legitimacy, I am probably being gracious at 1%.... 

They definitely sound like they run a scam business and that's unfortunate and yes you were the sucker in this deal.

~Is this a scam?

Quote from @Aaron Stairs: Has anyone used them and are they legit.I spoke with them they offered 100% financing if you pay them 3900.00 first to become part of there group with no guarantee that you will be funded  sounds like a total scam!!