How 2 top agents protect their clients from real estate fraud
Behind every suspicious inquiry is a pattern agents are starting to recognize
by Nick Pipitone Apr 22
CertifID grows platform from fraud prevention to closing management
The wire fraud prevention firm is adding AI-powered payoff ordering, document workflows and digital payments to consolidate the closing process
by Nick Pipitone Feb 26
How scammers push your pressure points to steal your clients' cash
Applying smart security protocols throughout every transaction is an essential part of your role as a real estate agent, new Inman contributor Samantha Simpson writes
by Samantha Simpson  Sep 18
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Opinion
If you want to add to your safety and security toolbox, build value, protect your clients and stay safe in the field, check out these recommendations from Tracey 'The Safety Lady' Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Sep 17
Here's how to lead with safety to protect your clients (and business)
Find out how to lead with safety in every transaction and protect buyers, sellers, FSBOs and yourself from crime with security specialist Tracey Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Sep 9
CertifID gets tougher on wire fraud with PayoffProtect
The company says its software locks down the typically manual process surrounding the payoff request with machine learning to verify the wiring instructions
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 11
Paymints.io integrates into First American's PRISM platform
Eliminates the need for paper checks by allowing title and real estate agents to request and receive electronic disbursement of earnest money and cash-to-close funds within the platform
by Matt Carter Sep 20
CertifID locks down $12.5M Series A funds for rising wire fraud battle
'Fraud is at an all-time high as global criminal networks prey on the shift to virtual communications and electronic transfers ignited during the Covid-19 pandemic' — Tyler Adams
by Craig C. Rowe May 16
Title fraud cases surge 31% in Q3
In addition to title fraud, a new report by FundingShield also noted a 90% increase in state licensing issues between the second and third quarters of 2020
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 25
CertifID will now cover up to $1M in wire fraud protection
For a fee, the company will cover payment in case of fraud
CertifID and reQuire Real Estate Solutions partner up to protect RE closings
Cooperative is aimed at streamlining closings while maintaining security for agents, buyers and lenders
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 6
CertifID wants to save you from becoming a wire fraud victim
Michigan-based titled company is cracking down on real estate fraud with identity confirmation, device authentication and two-factor verification
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 7