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Jul 7, 2026 · 9 min read

Q2 2026 Real Estate Fraud Intelligence Brief

Seller impersonation moved to the center of real estate fraud in Q2 2026 — with vacant land as the primary target, AI sharpening the impersonation, a June 2026 FBI public service announcement, federal arrests, and courts beginning to hold professionals accountable for what they confirmed before a deal moved forward.

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Mar 1, 2026 · 8 min read

Q1 2026 Real Estate Fraud Intelligence Brief

Wire fraud losses surged 31% in Q1 2026 vs. Q1 2025. Three new deed fraud methods emerged in Florida, Texas, and California targeting vacant land owners. This brief covers the trends, tactics, and how professionals can respond.

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Feb 1, 2026 · 12 min read

Florida Deed Fraud: 2025 Annual Report & 2026 Outlook

Florida led the nation in confirmed deed fraud cases for the third consecutive year. This report breaks down county-by-county data, the methods being used, and what agents and homeowners in Florida need to do right now.

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Jan 15, 2026 · 6 min read

The Agent's Wire Fraud Playbook: 8 Steps That Stop Fraud Before It Starts

Most agents know wire fraud is a risk. Fewer know the eight specific actions that reliably prevent it. This brief lays out the exact protocol our HFDCP™ instructors teach — step by step, for every transaction.

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