Wire fraud

In plain English

A scam where criminals pose as your closing attorney, agent or lender and send fake wire instructions, so your closing money goes to them.

Why it matters to you

Money wired to a criminal is rarely recovered. Before you send anything, call your closing attorney at a phone number you already know, not one from the email, and confirm the details.

infoGeneral information based on the standard Georgia REALTORS® purchase contract and public guidance. Your own contract decides: read it, and ask your agent or closing attorney about anything that matters. Not legal or financial advice.