First American Financial Corporation Cybersecurity Incident
December 21, 2023First American Financial Corporation has experienced a cybersecurity incident and as a result, has taken many of their systems offline. Official updates from First American can be seen at firstamupdate.com.Currently, First American Trust
Cyber Security Update
At Clear Title Agency of Arizona we have not been impacted by the recent cyber attack on Fidelity National Financial (FNF). Our technology and team are functioning normally. Fidelity National Financial is a national leader
How title companies are combating wire fraud
ALTA CEO Diane Tomb weighs in | January 4, 2023, 6:22 am By Tannistha Sinha (Housingwire.com) How title companies are combating wire fraud Cyberattacks, particularly wire fraud through business email compromise, remain a major concern for the title industry.
How to Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams
By Caroline Biggs | Jan. 3, 2020 | The New York Times The F.B.I. says real estate transactions are a growing target of wire fraud. Here are some ways to fight back. Justin Rubinstein, a licensed
More Phishing Scams Reported: Here’s What You Can Do
December 11 | National Association of REALTORS® More and more phishing scams are targeting real estate professionals and their clients, attempting to dupe you out of money. There are several steps to take to make sure
Email Security Tips
The following security tips can help you identify a compromised email account and prevent further exploitation.
How Homebuyers Can Avoid Being Scammed
Homebuyers beware: It takes the average single person 11 years to save for a down payment on a home, and in an instant it can be taken from you by hackers during your closing.
How Scammers Trick New Homebuyers with Wire Fraud
Follow these simple FBI recommended steps to protect yourself from fraudsters.
Managing Cyber Risk in Commercial Real Estate
Combat cyber crime. 10 steps to improve cybersecurity as an individual broker or agent as well as policies for your entire organization.
Protecting Your Transactions From Wire Fraud
Federal authorities have announced a major crackdown on BEC scammers who are trying to intercept and hijack down payment wire transfers.
While Cyber Criminals Continue To Target Real Estate Transactions, Take These Protective Measures
What’s important to remember is that even with all the internet protections available today, humans are the primary targets and often the weakest link. The best defense is to be aware and prepared.
Beware of Phishing and Wire Fraud
As seen in Real Estate Agent Magazine, by Jim Clifford. The stories regarding hacked email accounts, forged wire instructions, cyber fraud and other risks continue to be reported at an alarming rate. According to the
Share This Consumer Alert: Beware of Wire Fraud Schemes When Buying a Home
Share This Consumer Alert: Beware of Wire Fraud Schemes When Buying a Home American Land Title Association - June 22, 2017 Buying a home is an exciting time. You’ve saved, found the perfect home and planned
Phishing for Wire Transfers
Title News, the official title industry magazine of the ALTA (American Land Title Association), has published an article by Jeremy Yohe, concerning the association’s recent efforts to urge the CFPB (Consumer Financial Protection