Beware: Possible Phishing Attempt

MAY 1, 2017

WARNING: If you receive an email with the subject “Important Updates to Database!” it is not from NAR. The email uses the phrase "To that end, if you could please look through attached PDF; which contains a list of all Members along with their contact information and make sure yours is correctly represented."  Do not open any attachments or click any of the links, which may ask for passwords. Please delete this email if you see it. 

The National Association of REALTORS® urges its members and state and local REALTOR® associations to be on high alert for email and online fraud.

For more information on cyberscams and cybersecurity best practices, visit these resources:

Wire Fraudsters Targeting Real Estate Transactions

Protecting Your Business and Your Clients from Cyberfraud

Request to Redirect Funds Should Trigger Caution

Data Privacy and Security

Risk Management

Internet Security Best Practices

REALTOR® Safety Articles