With growing concern about the threat of property title and deed fraud, the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors is urging property owners to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect some of their most valuable assets — their home and property.
According to a 2025 National Association of Realtors Deed and Fraud Survey, 63% of Realtor association leaders have seen or heard of deed or title fraud in their local markets over the past year. The survey indicates that deed and title fraud is particularly prevalent in the Northeast, where 92% of association leaders reported exposure to the issue. Fifty-two percent of cases involved residential land, fewer than 20% involved detached single-family homes, and 12% of fraud attempts involved owner-occupied homes.
“Title and deed fraud is often a silent crime, but the damage can be very real,” said Bill Lublin, president of the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors and CEO of Century 21 Advantage Gold in the Philadelphia region. “A fraudulent filing can put a homeowner’s legal rights and their property at risk. It’s critical that Pennsylvanians are informed about title and deed fraud and are empowered to protect their investment.”…