AI is making real estate scams harder for agents to spot
From fake Zoom calls to wire fraud, scammers are now using artificial intelligence to target agents
by Jessi Healey Jun 2
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
This Canadian broker built an AI assistant to run his back office
Broker Daniel Foch built an AI real estate assistant using the open-source platform OpenClaw
by Nick Pipitone Mar 12
social media account security for real estate agents
Real estate agents are high-trust targets. A compromised Instagram or Facebook account can turn into a fast-moving scam aimed at your sphere, your clients and your reputation
by Jessi Healey Dec 23
A picture of safety tape and a hard hat to show safety risks for real estate agents.
For real estate agents, it's essential to be prepared to protect and defend yourself and your client’s property and data, Erica Ramus writes
by Erica Ramus Sep 24
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
Desperately seeking an AI bestie? How to protect your professional image from AI companion risks
Adopt these practices to harness the potential benefits of AI tools, Robert Siciliano writes, while protecting your invaluable professional persona from the array of privacy and security dangers
by Robert Siciliano Jul 24
MLS hacked? Solid Earth's Passkey authentication aims to lock it down
It’s not uncommon for MLS platforms and industry data sources to be caught in hacks or phishing attempts, which puts all members at risk
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 27
Your phone knows you better than your bestie (and it's selling you out)
Mobile phones carry privacy and security risks due to their constant connectivity and vast amount of personal data. Safety expert Robert Siciliano shares strategies to protect yourself
by Robert Siciliano Mar 13
DeepSeek AI: Game-changer or data privacy minefield?
Should real estate agents trust the AI app DeepSeek? Trainer Bernice Ross examines the benefits and data privacy concerns
by Bernice Ross Feb 14
Trending: Taking a deep dive into AI and algorithms
AI disruptors, evolving social media algorithms and new content formats are changing real estate marketing. Jessi Healey breaks down the latest trends and how agents can adapt to stay ahead
by Jessi Healey Jan 31
Loan servicer agrees to $20M fine over 2021 cybersecurity breach
Bayview Asset Management and affiliates settle allegations that security was deficient and state regulators were stymied in investigation of 2021 incident affecting 5.8M customers
by Matt Carter Jan 8
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
Keller Williams' KW Command targeted in phishing attack
The company said the attack was unsuccessful. In response to the incident, some Command features were temporarily restricted, and KW rolled out multi-factor authentication
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 20