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First on Fraud

First on Fraud

Written by: First American
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Experts from First American shine a light on the dark side of real estate fraud and expose the latest trends in real estate scams and schemes. To stay ahead of fraud risks and cybercrimes in real estate, subscribe to the First American CyberSmart Newsletter: https://firstam.us/cybersmart

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Episodes
  • Refinance Fraud: Fast Deals, Easy Steals

    Refinance Fraud: Fast Deals, Easy Steals
    Jan 13 2026

    Refinance fraud is surging and the stakes are massive. A new ALTA study shows refi fraud and forgery claims average $207,000. Discover how equity stripping is accelerating and why a newly introduced endorsement is the industry’s long-awaited answer to a fraud problem that directly impacts today’s transactions. Subscribe today https://firstam.us/fraud-podcast
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    21 mins
  • FinSinners Part 2: Dirty Money in Real Estate and FinCEN’s Crackdown - EP 10

    FinSinners Part 2: Dirty Money in Real Estate and FinCEN’s Crackdown - EP 10
    Dec 9 2025

    What happens when FinSinners take their game into real estate? Former CIA officer and Treasury Special Agent John Cassara joins Sarah Frano and Matt Sager to reveal how criminals use luxury properties, shell companies, and cash deals to wash billions—and what expanded regulations mean for your business. Subscribe today https://firstam.us/fraud-podcast
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    33 mins
  • FinSinners Part 1: The Basics of Money Laundering and FinCEN’s Hidden World - EP 9

    FinSinners Part 1: The Basics of Money Laundering and FinCEN’s Hidden World - EP 9
    Nov 11 2025

    How do global FinSinners—from cartels to corrupt actors—use the financial system to wash trillions? Former CIA spy and Treasury agent John Cassara joins Sarah Frano and Matt Sager to expose how they exploit FinCEN rules, move billions, and why real estate pros must understand new reporting rules. Subscribe today https://firstam.us/fraud-podcast
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    35 mins
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