How One Brokerage Got Hacked—And Nearly Lost $2 Million

Real estate broker looking worried at a computer with cybersecurity breach alerts.

Imagine running a busy real estate brokerage. You’ve got agents, listings, deals—all moving fast. Now imagine waking up one day to find that nearly $2 million meant for your clients and transactions disappeared. Poof. Gone. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Well, it happened to one brokerage, and their story is a serious wake-up call about … Read more

Cybersecurity Training for New Real Estate Agents: Where to Start

New real estate agent learning cybersecurity basics on a laptop with digital security icons.

Congrats on stepping into the exciting world of real estate. You’ve got showings, contracts, clients, and deals on your mind — but before you dive too deep, let’s talk about something super important that often gets overlooked: cybersecurity training. Why? Because you’ll be handling sensitive info like client IDs, bank details, contracts, and more. If … Read more

What Brokers Need to Do to Protect Their Agents from Hackers

Broker teaching agents about cybersecurity with digital lock icons representing protection.

Being a real estate broker is already a juggling act—deals, deadlines, clients, agents—you name it. But there’s one thing that often gets pushed to the bottom of the list: cybersecurity. Here’s the hard truth: If your brokerage gets hacked, it’s not just your data at risk. Your agents and clients could lose money, trust, and … Read more

Selling a Smart Home? Here’s What to Wipe Before You Regret It

Real estate agent shocked by a cybersecurity warning on laptop screen.

Let’s be real—most real estate professionals are rockstars when it comes to closing deals, showing homes, and juggling a million details. But when it comes to cybersecurity? That’s where a lot of them drop the ball. And that’s not just a “tech issue.” It’s a serious problem that can cost you your license, your clients’ … Read more

Cybersecurity Threats Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know in 2025

Cybersecurity Threats Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know in 2025

If you’re a real estate investor in 2025, you’re probably juggling market shifts, high interest rates, and trying to spot your next big deal. But here’s something that might not be on your radar — cybersecurity threats. And trust us, ignoring them could cost you a lot more than a bad investment. Here’s the lowdown … Read more