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Canada’s seniors are vulnerable to title fraud
With title fraud on the rise in Canada, it’s more important than ever that homeowners get protected. But there’s one group both less likely to have fraud protection, and with properties more…
How can identity theft lead to real estate fraud?
Scenario: your client’s ID has been stolen. They’re worried someone could claim their tax rebate or even take out a loan in their name. But you know that they’re in even worse…
How do I know if I have homeowner’s title insurance?
The word is out on title fraud. Thanks to recent media attention on the growing problem, more Canadians are learning how title insurance can protect them. But many are left asking themselves:…
Fraud is on the rise, and the experts are rising to meet it
March marks Fraud Prevention Month, when professionals across Canada discuss the issue of fraud and raise awareness among consumers and businesses. 2023’s conversation started early, when dozens of title fraud cases made…
Alberta title fraud caught: why expertise matters
Think title fraud is just a risk in places like Toronto and Vancouver? Think again. FCT just prevented $400,000 of fraud in a city of 20,000. It seemed like a standard refinance…
How can homeowners protect themselves against title fraud?
With news stories surrounding title fraud breaking weekly, more homeowners are asking what they can do to protect their homes before they become the next headline. Daniela DeTommaso, President of FCT, addressed…
Toronto title thefts show the importance of proper protection
Toronto police recently issued a release detailing the theft of an Etobicoke home while the owners were away for business. While they were gone, two people allegedly impersonated them, listed the home,…
Coffee Break with Brendan Fagan
Even the simplest real estate deals present risks and complications. Navigating them takes skill, experience and judgement. Brendan Fagan brings all three to the industry-leading underwriting team at FCT. In this edition…
Land assembly: an answer to the question of housing supply?
What is land assembly? Land assembly is the joining of multiple adjacent parcels of land to form a single site that can be used to construct a larger property. Because vacant land…
