Recover Stolen Real Estate Funds

Real estate wire fraud is the act of tricking home buyers into wiring money into a fraudulent bank account. The scam occurs when a cybercriminal impersonates a seller’s agent, then deceives the buyer with fraudulent communication. Real estate scammers use sophisticated tactics to gain the trust of buyers, such as spoofing email addresses or hacking into accounts and intercepting messages.

Wire transfers are a preferred payment method for scammers because they are typically irreversible. However, there are some cases in which law enforcement and banks are able to freeze the transfer or reverse it. The process for recovering stolen funds is different based on the specific incident, and there’s no typical estimation for the process.

At Cyber Investigation Inc., we understand that timing is critical in wire fraud scams and act with urgency. The longer a victim waits to report the crime, the more difficult it will be to mitigate the damage. 

There are many different factors that contribute to the likelihood of recovering funds lost in real estate wire fraud. However, some of the most important factors are the following:

• How quickly the fraud was reported. Wire transfers are already an incredibly difficult transaction to track and recover. But the speed with which wire fraud is reported to the bank and law enforcement is an extremely important factor in returning the funds. The first 24 hours are vital and the ideal time period to recover stolen funds.

• The cooperation of the banks involved. Time is of the essence in wire fraud cases. Any delays can cost victims thousands. Some banks are more responsive to reports of wire fraud while others are hesitant. The latter often requires law enforcement or legal intervention in order to act.

• Documentation and evidence of the crime. Banks and law enforcement agencies require evidence of the crime to take the proper actions. Documentation and evidence can also speed up the initial process of assessing the case and allow organizations to reach the recovery stage more quickly.

The information provided herein is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Cyber Investigation is not a law firm and does not provide legal services or legal counsel. Accessing or using this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. This material should not be relied upon as a substitute for legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction. For guidance specific to your situation, you are strongly encouraged to consult with your own legal counsel.

Our experts coordinate with the authorities and banks to recover funds lost to real estate fraud. We also work to trace the criminal’s digital and financial footprint, revealing their online activity and potential geolocation. Our investigation quickly uncovers digital evidence of the crime to be used in police reports and to support your case with banks. If the funds are still accessible, the financial institutions may be able to cancel, reverse, or freeze the transaction. Recovery after a real estate scam is not guaranteed, but working with our recovery experts greatly increases the odds of successfully getting your money back.

The real estate industry regularly handles trillions of dollars every year. And yet, the sector has been too slow to adopt the proper cybersecurity protocols to protect buyers and sellers from fraud. We have cybersecurity experts who can identify the origin of the scam, any vulnerabilities that were exploited, and produce the digital evidence necessary for banks or law enforcement to act.

Moreover, our team can strengthen your current cybersecurity measures to prevent future cyberattacks.

At Cyber Investigation Inc., the security and privacy of our clients is our number one priority. We comply with legal and ethical standards throughout every investigation that we conduct. Furthermore, our team follows strict chain of custody procedures to ensure that the digital evidence is admissible in court.

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