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Utah mom found guilty of murdering her husband to keep real estate deals afloat

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The real estate agent and investor was found guilty of murdering her husband for financial gain after taking out millions in hard money loans. Continue reading →

Cruises, gambling, beauty services: Florida property managers arrested for grand theft

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Tim and Miranda Ard stand accused of using client funds to fuel a luxury lifestyle of travel, gambling, dining and entertainment. Continue reading →

Did this mom of 3 murder her husband to support her real estate habit? A Kouri Richins FAQ

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As real estate pro Kouri Richins goes on trial for the murder of her husband, learn more about the wheeling and dealing that may lie behind the motive. Continue reading →

Long Island attorney accused of gambling away $750K earmarked for his client’s home purchase

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Lawyer Peter Giattino is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing $750,000 from a real estate client. He’s accused of spending the funds on gambling and other personal expenses. Continue reading →

A Texas couple promised a ‘Chip and Joanna Gaines vibe.’ Instead they stole nearly $5M

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Chris and Raquelle Judge earned $4.8 million from renovation projects they didn’t complete, leaving some clients out of more than six figures in costs. Continue reading →

Walshe murder trial: Defense floats new story in opening statement

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In opening remarks, attorneys for Brian Walshe said he misled investigators about his wife’s disappearance after finding her “unresponsive” in their bed on the morning of Jan. 1, 2023. Continue reading →

Ex-CEO charged with grand theft; local Realtor association left ‘all but broke’

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The former head of East Polk Association of Realtors, Jennifer Garula-Mers, has been charged with stealing more than $81,000 from the group. Continue reading →

‘He didn’t even say he was sorry’: Brooklyn investor gets prison time for 12-year deed fraud scheme

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Brooklyn investor Sanford Solny is facing up to seven years in prison for defrauding 11 homeowners of the deed to their homes. Deed fraud is rising across the U.S., leading the FBI to issue warnings. Continue reading →

How deepfakes, AI slop, fake digital staging are deceiving the market

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Become a digitally literate consumer when you engage in protecting yourself and others from misinformation and lies, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. Continue reading →