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Real Estate Cybercrime Prevention: What Every Buyer, Seller, Agent, and Lender Needs to Know

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Real Estate Cybercrime: What Every Agent & Lender Needs to Know

Real estate cybercrime is a growing problem, and it’s putting buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals at risk. In 2025 alone, more than $275 million was lost to real estate fraud, and phishing attempts continue to target title companies and other trusted parties. 

This infographic shows how wire fraud, business email compromise, and identity theft can affect real estate transactions across Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, and West Virginia. It also explains how BesTitle helps protect closings with secure client portals, verified wire instructions, identity verification tools, and attorney oversight. 

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