10/02/2026
Based on FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) data, “Business Email Compromise” (BEC) scams specifically targeting the real estate sector are once again on the rise…That means WIRE FRAUD. There has been a 27% increase in victim reports to the IC3 of BECs associated with real estate transactions from 2020 to 2022 with a 72% increase in victim losses. Protect yourself and always report incidents. Check out the latest FBI cyber safety tips and reporting channels at www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber