The Real Estate Agent Who Got Hacked Before Closing

Real estate agent stressed at a laptop showing a security breach warning before a closing deal.

Picture this: Sarah, a hardworking real estate agent, spent months helping a young couple find their dream home. After countless showings, inspections, and late-night calls, closing day was finally around the corner. Everyone was excited. Then, disaster struck. 💻 The Hack A week before closing, Sarah received what looked like a routine email from the … Read more

Property Management Portals: Are They a Hacker’s Backdoor?

Hacker attempting to access a property management portal dashboard on a laptop with security lock icons.

Online portals are a lifesaver, right? Tenants can pay rent, submit maintenance requests, and access documents anytime. Owners can manage multiple properties without drowning in paperwork. But here’s the big question nobody talks about: Could your property management portal also be a hacker’s easiest way in? Let’s break it down in simple terms—no tech jargon, … Read more

How to Create a Cybersecurity Policy for Your Real Estate Team

Real estate team discussing a cybersecurity policy checklist with digital security icons.

Let’s be honest—real estate teams are usually laser-focused on leads, listings, and closings. Cybersecurity? It often doesn’t even make the list until something goes wrong. But here’s the thing: real estate deals involve sensitive data like IDs, bank info, wiring instructions, and signed contracts. If that data leaks, it’s not just an “oops”—it’s a lawsuit … Read more