Pause Before You Wire

Pause Before You Wire: How to Protect Your Money at the Closing Table

Wire fraud is one of the fastest-growing threats in real estate—and scammers are getting smarter, faster, and more convincing, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence.

In this episode of Keys with the House Lady, host Estrella Carter sits down with Emily Zeid, Closing Account Executive at Burnet Title, to break down what buyers, sellers, and agents must know before wiring funds.

We cover:

• How wire fraud scams actually work in real estate transactions
• How AI is being used to impersonate trusted professionals
• The biggest red flags buyers and sellers often miss
• Simple steps to protect yourself and your money
• New federal FinCEN regulations coming in 2026 and what they mean for future closings

Whether you’re buying, selling, or advising clients, this episode could save you from a costly mistake. When it comes to wiring funds—pause before you wire.