April 9, 2025

Fake Sellers, Real Consequences

Defending Against Real Estate Fraud

Real estate transactions are vulnerable to fraud. Learn the latest scams that threaten these transactions and practitioners, as well as how to protect yourself and your practice, and what to do if you become a victim to fraud.

This program will highlight red flags in fraud schemes including:

• Fake seller schemes and wire fraud
• Where and how to report fraud explained
• Recent case law on fraudulent activity in real estate transactions

About the Speaker

Elizabeth L. Faber

National Licensing Counsel and Claims Counsel

Advocus National Title Insurance Company | Chicago, Ill.

Elizabeth (Beth) investigates and resolves title insurance claims. She has worked at Advocus since 2015 and is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association. She is also involved in the American Land Title Association's Title Counsel Committee and the Illinois Land Title Association's Title Counsel Committee. John Marshall Law School, Chicago, J.D. 2011; Dominican University, River Forest, Illinois, B.A. (with honors) 2008.