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Lions and tigers and bears, oh my: The Download

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This week: There are some bad actors out there. It’s up to you to protect yourself and your clients from fraudsters, scammers and cybercriminals. Continue reading →

Over 50% of transactions are at risk for fraud. Here’s how to fight back

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According to new Inman contributor and attorney Renée Hunter, from cybercriminals to family members, property fraud of all kinds is on the rise. Find out what practical steps you and your professional network can take to put a stop to it. Continue reading →

Court grants Gary Keller request to reject John Davis appeal

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Davis’s attempt to overturn a ruling sending the case to arbitration failed after a three-judge panel granted a motion to dismiss filed by Keller, Keller Williams and former KW President Josh Team. Continue reading →

Miami Luxury agent Daniela Rendon pleads guilty to PPP fraud

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To launder the funds, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says Rendon enrolled with a payroll processor to issue fraudulent checks to herself, friends and family. The agent faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted, though the government is reportedly recomme… Continue reading →

New York brokerage owner sues predecessor for alleged fraud

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Yves Jean-Baptiste bought Rapid Realty in 2018, but now says the former owner Anthony Lolli actually used the deal to pawn off a failing business. Continue reading →

John Davis’ lawsuit against Keller Williams won’t get its day in court

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U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor on Monday granted a motion to compel arbitration in Davis’s case filed in February by Keller Williams, Gary Keller and former KW President Josh Team. Continue reading →

Former KW CEO slams Gary Keller, calls brokerage ‘criminal enterprise’

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Former Keller Williams CEO John Davis says he wants his claims decided through a public trial rather than arbitration. KW says Davis’s claims are “unsubstantiated, unwarranted, and disparaging.” Continue reading →

Court refuses Gary Keller’s request to merge John Davis lawsuits

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A fraud lawsuit filed by Davis against Keller, Keller Williams and Josh Team will continue separately from a sexual misconduct suit filed by Inga Dow against Davis, Keller, and KW. Continue reading →

CertifID gets tougher on wire fraud with PayoffProtect

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The intent of CertifID’s new software is to fill a risk-gap in the payoff process between title companies and lenders. Cases have increased of criminals impersonating banks and mortgage lenders, requesting fraudulent payoff requests from title companies. Continue reading →

Paymints.io integrates into First American’s PRISM platform

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The move eliminates the need for paper checks by allowing title and real estate agents to request and receive electronic disbursement of earnest money and cash-to-close funds within the platform. Continue reading →