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Wire Fraud

Fraudsters always seek the path of least resistance, and when one avenue is blocked, they quickly adapt and find new ones. This is why it’s crucial to be aware of the various types of wire fraud that exist.

To effectively combat these threats, you need a multi-layered approach to protection against fraudsters.

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Overview

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Resources

Seller Proceeds Wire Fraud

Seller Proceeds Wire Fraud


Fraudsters hack into and monitor an email account. At the right time, the fraudster communicates with the settlement agent to redirect a seller’s net proceeds to a fraudulent bank account using fraudulent wire instructions.

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ALTA Wire Checklist PDF

Mortgage Payoff Wire Fraud

Mortgage Payoff Wire Fraud


Fraudsters alter mortgage payoff instructions, usually by hacking into the email accounts of borrowers or others who do not use secure email accounts.

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Wiring Instructions PDF

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ALTA Wire Checklist PDF

Buyer Funds Diversion

Buyer Funds Diversion


Fraudsters hack into a participant's email account, monitor upcoming transactions, and send fraudulent wiring instructions to the buyer right before closing.

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Wire Fraud Schemes PDF

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Buyer Protect Your Home PDF

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Wiresafe PDF

Seller or Borrower Impersonation Fraud

Seller or Borrower Impersonation Fraud


Fraudsters impersonate property owners or borrowers to illegally sell or mortgage property, using stolen SSNs, driver's license numbers, and even legitimate notary credentials applied without the notary's knowledge.

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Seller Inpersonation

Seller Impersonation Fraud PDF

Vacant Properties

Vacant Properties PDF

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What is Deed Fraud? PDF

Be Savvy

ALTA Fraud Alert PDF

Additional Resources

Business Email Compromise
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Common BEC Scams
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Coalition
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Avoiding Social Engineering
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Social Engineering
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FBI Internet Crime Group
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Prevent Wire Fraud Before It Happens

Protect buyers, sellers, lenders, and settlement agents with powerful fraud detection and verification tools.

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Technology is swiftly transforming the operations of the real estate sector. However, it has also allowed fraudsters to adapt more quickly. This is where third-party solutions come into play, assisting you in combating all forms of wire fraud. Additionally, these vendors help you mitigate risks by offering insurance coverage.

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What’s Your Plan for the Worst?

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Even with the strongest processes in place, something can still go wrong, and in that moment your response matters as much as your prevention.

The ALTA Rapid Response Plan for Wire Fraud Incidents exists to help you act immediately and decisively when every minute counts. Wire fraud losses are often recoverable only within a short window, and hesitation or uncertainty can make the difference between recovery and permanent loss.

This is not a theoretical exercise; it is a real-world plan for a situation you may one day face. Knowing exactly what to do before it happens is how you protect your customers when they need you most.

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SOPs, Auditing, Training & Communications

In order to build a layered defense to wire fraud, it’s important to also consider how you create standard operation procedures, audit your files, train your team, and communicate internally and externally. These resources are built for you to consider how to create resources for your unique situation.

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FNF Family of Companies’ independent title agents are agents for the issuance of title insurance products only; these independent agents are not agents of the FNF Family of Companies for escrow or settlement practices, including wire fraud losses. The information provided does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. All information, content, and materials available on this document are for general informational purposes only. ionFraud is not an insurance-backed product and does not provide coverage, indemnity, or reimbursement for wire fraud losses.

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