The property market is going digital—and that’s exactly why real estate firms are now a major target for cybercriminals. From online property portals to e-signatures and cloud storage, agencies are handling more sensitive data than ever before.
But are you doing enough to protect it?
🎯 Why Hackers Are Targeting Real Estate
Real estate agencies often underestimate their cybersecurity risk. In reality, they’re a goldmine for cybercriminals. Here’s why:
- High-Value Transactions: One intercepted email or altered bank detail can lead to six-figure losses.
- Client PII: Names, addresses, ID documents, and financial data—perfect for identity theft or fraud.
- Multiple Devices & Remote Work: Agents accessing files from mobiles and public Wi-Fi creates more attack surfaces.
- Third-Party Integrations: CRMs, lettings platforms, mortgage brokers—all potential entry points for hackers.
💻 The Most Common Threats in Real Estate IT
Here are just a few ways cybercriminals are currently exploiting property businesses:
- Business Email Compromise (BEC): Fraudsters intercept or spoof emails during transactions.
- Ransomware Attacks: Your entire property portfolio, CRM, and contracts held hostage unless you pay up.
- Fake Listings & Phishing Sites: Used to trick buyers and steal credentials from staff.
- Data Leaks: Accidental exposure through unsecured cloud drives or misconfigured systems.
🛡️ How Managed IT Services Keep You Safe
Working with a Managed IT partner ensures your estate agency is protected from evolving threats—without needing a full-time in-house team.
Here’s what we offer:
- Secure Email & Transaction Monitoring: Catch fraudulent behaviour before it hits your inbox.
- Cloud Backup & Disaster Recovery: Instantly restore files if anything goes wrong.
- Mobile Device Management (MDM): Protect on-the-go agents with encrypted access.
- Staff Awareness Training: We turn your team into your first line of defence with regular cybersecurity training.
📍 Real Estate in London Deserves Better IT
You’re already juggling listings, viewings, offers, and contracts. Let us take the stress out of IT and cybersecurity.
Whether you’re a lettings agency, commercial property group, or luxury estate specialist—we’ll tailor an IT solution that keeps your business fast, compliant, and secure.
✅ Free Cybersecurity Checklist for Estate Agents
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