5 fraud threats title companies must prepare for in 2026

Fraudsters are reshaping real estate scams at an unprecedented pace. In this webinar, Tom Cronkright and Nathan Stephens will share key trends and practical strategies to help teams strengthen defenses before the next wave of attacks hits.

About the webinar.

Real estate fraud is evolving fast, and title companies remain directly in the crosshairs. As we move into 2026, the scams targeting real estate transactions are becoming more coordinated, more convincing, and more costly.

Join Tom Cronkright, CertifID Executive Chairman and Co-founder, and Nathan Stephens, Fraud Recovery Services Manager, for a forward-looking discussion on the emerging fraud risks title and settlement professionals must be ready for next year.

This session will explore what is changing in the threat landscape, where attackers are focusing their efforts, and what proactive steps companies can take now to stay ahead.

Based on insights from CertifID’s recovery work and new industry intelligence, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone responsible for protecting transactions and client trust.

Tom Cronkright

CertifID Co-Founder & Executive Chairman

About the webinar

Tom Cronkright

Executive Chairman
‍CertifID

Nathan Stephens

Manager, Fraud Recovery Services
CertifID

September 10, 2025

11:00 am ET

To Catch a Fraudster with Tom Cronkright

About the webinar.

Join us each month as we talk with experts who share ways to help keep you and your clients safe on your next transaction. And hear from real individuals who have experienced wire fraud and how to stop it from happening to you.

Tom Cronkright

CertifID Co-Founder & Executive Chairman

About the webinar.

Today’s title and escrow professionals aren’t just deal facilitators. They’re often the first line of defense for their clients.

In this special episode of To Catch a Fraudster, we’re taking you behind the scenes with industry insiders who’ve gone beyond damage control and started fighting back.

You’ll hear the real, raw story of our Executive Chairman Tom’s take down of Black Axe, a global cybercriminal syndicate that targeted his title firm (and led to CertifiD). He’ll be joined by Chris Luttrell, a practicing real estate attorney and active fraud fighter, to discuss his efforts, tactics, and stories around thwarting the fraudsters who target his firm today.

They’ll also be joined by former Managing Director of U.S. Secret Service’s Global Investigative Operations Center, Matt O’Neill, who will unpack the mindset of criminal networks and show how real estate professionals can build stronger defenses and smarter responses.

Join us to learn how others in your space are fighting back and how you can best prepare for the threats to come.