Real estate is no stranger to the white-collar criminal, as fraud has become a major issue in the industry. Many lawbreakers use real estate as a vehicle to steal the life savings of unsuspecting homeowners and defraud lenders out of millions of dollars for their own gain. Federal, state and local governments have taken steps to combat real estate fraud, but it remains a major problem, and you need to have a solid understanding of to ensure you are able to shield your clients and yourself from being defrauded or unknowingly committing fraud.

Keeping it honest: Understanding Real Estate Mortgage Fraud has been updated to discuss the latest fraudulent schemes and explain recent government initiatives aimed at stopping fraud and protecting consumers.