
Industry News
Industry news plays a vital role in understanding the latest trends in housing, title insurance, and escrow services. From monthly housing market updates to practical tips and best practices, staying informed can help navigate the complexities of real estate with confidence. Plymouth Title Guaranty Corporation shares insights and updates designed to keep professionals and homebuyers prepared for every step of the process.
Real Estate Quishing: 2025 Scam Puts Closings at Risk
Real estate quishing is a growing cyber threat in 2025 that targets homebuyers, sellers, and title professionals during the closing process. Quishing—short for “QR code phishing”—is a modern twist on traditional email scams. Instead of clicking on suspicious links, victims are tricked into scanning fraudulent QR codes with their phones. These attacks are particularly dangerous in the real estate industry, where QR codes are now embedded in closing instructions, wire transfer requests, and digital communication.