Description

Join instructor Brian Pate from Brian Pate Seminars for the FREE 2026-2027 Elective Course. For more information, contact Scout Schillings at 252-489-1518 or scout@outerbanksrealtors.com.

This course is sponsored by: Bearing Insurance!

Cons, Scams & Hacks: Protecting Real Estate Clients in an Internet World

In today’s digital world, your clients are more vulnerable than ever. This four-hour elective CE course equips real estate professionals with the tools and knowledge to recognize, prevent, and respond to the growing number of scams and cyber threats targeting real estate transactions.

Led by industry expert Brian Pate, this course highlights the ways that criminals are using technology to defraud buyers, sellers, and brokers—and how agents can help protect their clients and themselves.

What You’ll Learn:

• Common scams targeting buyers and sellers, from phishing emails to wire fraud
• The latest tactics used by hackers to infiltrate real estate transactions
• Steps agents can take to educate and safeguard their clients
• Best practices for digital communication and cybersecurity
• Legal responsibilities and expectations for agent conduct online

Why You Need This Course:

• Scams in real estate are on the rise—this course shows you how to stay one step ahead
• Learn how to spot red flags before your clients become victims
• Discover practical, real-world strategies to strengthen your business’s digital security
• Protect your reputation, your license, and the people who trust you

With real-world examples and expert guidance, this class is essential for any agent who wants to safely navigate the intersection of real estate and technology.