Criminals used 79 dormant domains to impersonate a top real estate team
Unauthorized traffic can damage a brokerage’s and domain’s reputation with email providers
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Deed theft remains a growing threat for seniors, Black homeowners
A New York City attorney lays out red flags that real estate agents and title agents should remain on the lookout for.
How fraud gets stopped in its tracks by real estate and title pros
Preservation of evidence and quick reporting is key in combatting schemes that led to $275 million in losses last year.
FBI: Cybercrime losses topped $20.8B in 2025, real estate fraud hit $275M
Real estate fraud alone accounted for 12,368 complaints, showing a continued and growing threat for housing professionals and clients.
TransUnion launches tool to bolster Realtor safety, fight fraud
The app allows agents to validate legal property ownership before listing and conduct personal safety checks using a phone number.
The hidden housing cost Washington can’t ignore: real estate fraud
Fraud risk is a housing affordability factor, with 2024 losses near $175m and average claims above $143,000, per FBI data.
Financial firms face rising cyber risks, data challenges
Financial services firms face rising cyber threats and data quality issues, impacting AI adoption and decision-making, according to a new survey.
Fraud, lawsuits, AI missteps: what NAR says will put Realtors in the crosshairs next
Realtors urged to proactively manage risks including fraud and technology compliance, as E&O insurance claims rise.
Suspected $100M real estate fraud scheme uncovered in Baltimore
Investors are accused of taking out $100 million in DSCR loans from dozens of private lenders — using projected rental income as collateral.
Tech Pulse: Agent AI adoption remains slow; title fraud thwarted in Ohio
AI adoption lags in real estate despite new innovations. Also learn about title fraud prevention, compliance tools and AI assistants.