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URGENT: Fraud up 33% in 2024

Your Property Could BeStolen Right Now

Property fraud has reached epidemic levels. In 2024 alone, Americans lost $16.6 billion to fraud, with property crimes skyrocketing. Your home could be next.

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The Reality of Property Fraud

These aren't just numbers—they represent real families who lost everything.

$16.6B

lost to fraud in 2024 (FBI IC3 Report)

63%

of real estate professionals report deed fraud in their markets (NAR 2025)

$1.3B

in real estate fraud losses (2019-2023, FBI)

28%

of title companies targeted by seller impersonation fraud (2024)

Sources: FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center 2024, NAR Deed & Title Fraud Survey 2025

Fraud up 33% in 2024

How Criminals Are Stealing Properties

Understanding these tactics helps you see why monitoring is absolutely critical.

Identity Theft & Impersonation

Fraudsters use stolen personal information to impersonate property owners and create fake listings without permission.

92% prevalence in Northeast markets

Common Methods:

  • Fake driver's licenses
  • Stolen social security numbers
  • Forged power of attorney documents

Document Forgery

Sophisticated criminals create fake deeds, notarizations, and legal papers using AI and digital tools.

AI-enhanced forgeries increasing rapidly

Common Methods:

  • Forged signatures
  • Fake notarization
  • Counterfeit deeds

Digital Vulnerabilities

Online platforms make it easier for fraudsters to create convincing fake listings across multiple sites simultaneously.

40+ platforms commonly targeted

Common Methods:

  • Fake MLS entries
  • Duplicate listings
  • Stolen property photos

Weak Verification Systems

Many platforms have minimal verification processes, making unauthorized listings appear legitimate.

Only 12% involve owner-occupied homes

Common Methods:

  • Minimal ID checks
  • Automated approval
  • Limited cross-referencing

The Devastating Cost of Property Fraud

When fraudsters strike, the damage goes far beyond money.

Critical

Financial Devastation

Average loss of $83,000 for elderly victims, with 7,500 losing over $100,000 in 2024.

High

Legal Nightmare

Victims face complex legal battles, court costs, and potential disputes with innocent buyers.

Severe

Emotional Trauma

42 victims required suicide intervention in FBI's Operation Level Up program.

High

Time Loss

Victims spend months or years working to resolve fraud and reclaim property rights.

42 victims needed crisis intervention

How Monitoring Saves Properties

Early detection is your best defense. Here's how we protect your investment.

Instant Detection

Within 15 minutes

Catch fraudulent listings within hours, not months. 76% of victims were unaware they were being scammed.

Financial Protection

$285M saved

Prevent devastating losses. FBI's Operation Level Up saved victims $285M in 2024.

Peace of Mind

24/7 coverage

24/7 monitoring across 40+ platforms means you can sleep soundly knowing your property is protected.

Legal Advantage

Faster resolution

Early detection provides stronger legal positioning and faster resolution of fraudulent activities.

"We Caught the Fraud Just in Time"

"Our vacation home was listed for sale on Zillow without our knowledge. The fraudsters had created fake documents and were about to close with a buyer. If TitleBarrier hadn't caught it and alerted us immediately, we would have lost our family's retreat forever. The legal nightmare would have been devastating."
S

Sarah M.

Austin, TX • Customer since 2023

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