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LoanDepot hackers had access to Social Security numbers, DOBs

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The lender is offering 24 months of free identity protection services and credit monitoring from Experian to 16.9 million consumers affected by the January cyberattack. Continue reading →

CertifID locks down $12.5M Series A funds for rising wire fraud battle

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A number of software companies have taken on the fight against real estate wire fraud, and with a fresh round of Series A funding to the tune of $12.5 million, technology CertifID is even more prepared for battle. Continue reading →

Capitol rioter mistakenly shows attack plans in Zillow listing photos

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Former Green Beret and Oath Keepers member Jeremy Brown is in hot water with the FBI after listing photos revealed the contents of his weapons arsenal. Continue reading →

The 20 biggest luxury city sales of 2021 (so far)

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Despite cities taking a back seat to vacation markets in 2021, major transactions made headlines across New York, Miami and Los Angeles. Continue reading →

Unlicensed mortgage broker siphoned off $4.74M in refi proceeds

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An unlicensed mortgage broker faces up to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to a fraud scheme in which $4.74 million in mortgage refinancing proceeds were allegedly wired to accounts controlled by the perpetrators. Continue reading →

$27.5M home is the priciest listing on Manhattan’s Upper West Side

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At $27.5 million, a spacious and modernized six-bedroom townhouse is poised to be the most expensive listing in Manhattan’s Upper West Side. Continue reading →

Don’t become phishing bait! Use these 5 tips to stay safe

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As broker owners, we need to do a better job at being more aware of scams and learn how to avoid them. Here are a few tips I’ve gleaned from cybersecurity experts that will help keep you and your agents safe. Continue reading →

Tough repair request negotiation? Follow this FBI negotiator’s advice

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Author and FBI lead negotiator for international kidnappings Chris Voss shares the secrets of professional persuasion and explains what real estate agents can do to save deals from falling through in a tough negotiation situation. Continue reading →