wired fraud
Stay informed and alert. Our escrow process is designed to reduce risk at every step. Learn the common wired fraud tactics to help protect our clients. We encourage all agents to reinforce these best practices with their clients
Wire Fraud Awareness
& Prevention
Wire fraud is one of the most serious risks in today’s real estate transactions. Criminals increasingly target buyers, sellers, and agents by impersonating trusted parties and attempting to redirect funds.
We are committed to protecting our clients, our agent partners, and every escrow transaction through secure systems, strict procedures, and proactive education.
How Agents Can Help Protect Clients
Never trust wire instruction changes sent by email or text
Always verify wire instructions using a known phone number
Encourage clients to call escrow directly before sending funds
Remind clients that urgency is a common fraud tactic
Direct clients to our secure portal for official communication
What To Do If Fraud
Is Suspected
Time is critical.
If you or your client believe wire fraud may be occurring:
Contact our escrow team immediately
Instruct the client not to send funds
If funds have already been sent, notify the client’s bank immediately
Early action can significantly improve the chance of recovery.