How AI is intensifying real estate fraud — and what agents can do
The next wave of real estate fraud will be automated, scalable and harder to stop
by Nick Pipitone Apr 21
real estate fraud
The scheme targeted investors in the US, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East
by Christy Murdock Mar 24
NAR warns agents of growing 'Pig Butchering' cryptocurrency scam
Scammers posing as wealthy homebuyers are roping agents into elaborate crypto investing schemes, resulting in some agents losing their life savings and drawing Secret Service scrutiny
by Marian McPherson Jun 3
First American adds real-time fraud alerts to title tech platform
Order Insights helped protect over 130K files in November by validating transaction data, notifying title agents of discrepancies and identifying other potential fraud indicators
by Matt Carter Dec 11
Fortify your digital fortress with solid password management
Robust password management practices can protect sensitive client information and safeguard online businesses, cybersecurity expert Robert Siciliano writes
by Robert Siciliano Dec 3
It can happen to you: Get real about personal risk and crime potential
Worrying won't keep you safe, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. However, clear-eyed assessment of potential risk factors and common-sense precautions just might
by Robert Siciliano Sep 9
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my: The Download
Opinion
There are some bad actors out there. It's up to you to protect yourself and your clients from fraudsters, scammers and cybercriminals
by Christy Murdock Sep 29
11 issues that will impact the future of real estate
Opinion
Mega-team leader Carl Medford illuminates the top 11 issues that he believes will be affecting real estate in the future
by Carl Medford Nov 25
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
How to fight back against real estate cyberfraud
As with the overwhelming majority of cyberattacks, the most effective defense against real estate fraud is awareness. Here's how you can keep yourself and your clients protected
by Zack Schuler Jul 2
NAR's legal team offers tips to avoid cybercrime, lawsuits
NAR General Counsel Katie Johnson and NAR Associate Counsel Charlie Lee update Realtors on legal issues that could hit their pocketbooks
by Andrea V. Brambila May 13
3 ways to help clients protect their identities
Plus the resources you will need to answer additional questions
by Nabil Captan Jul 8