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RECA will be closed on Monday, May 23, 2022 for the #VictoriaDay holiday. Have a great long weekend! pic.twitter.com/QfriI8qk2o via @RECA

REMINDER: Residential property management and condo management licensees are invited to participate in the 2nd Annu… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Did your neighbour take advantage of #BuyAMusicalInstrumentDay? There's a lot to consider when selling your home. R… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Hoping to weigh mortgage options? Working directly with a financial institution limits you to just their mortgage p… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Licensees and industry stakeholders are invited to weigh in on RECA's proposed strategic priorities for 2022-2025.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Residential property management and condo management licensees are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Residen… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Commercial licensees are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Commercial Real Estate Broker and Commercial Prop… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Residential real estate licensees are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Residential Real Estate Broker Indus… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Love your mom but hoping to get a place of your own before next year's Mother's Day? There are many factors to pr… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Missed today's online engagement session with the Mortgage Broker Industry Council? Watch it at your convenience to… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

We are currently experiencing problems with our phone systems. We are working to resolve the issue and hope to be b… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

DYK that today is #InternationalRespectForChickensDay? Some Alberta municipalities allow backyard chicken coops. Is… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

The 2nd Annual Mortgage Broker Industry Council online engagement session is this Thursday! Register today for an u… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

May 2022 #CaseSummaries now available for download from reca.ca. Review the recent sanctions and ge… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Buying or selling property in Alberta? Learn why you should ensure you're working with licensed real estate and mor… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Consumers buying and selling property in Alberta need to understand more than just the square footage. Learn more a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Mortgage Licensees: You're invited to participate in the second annual Mortgage Broker Industry Council online enga… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Whether you are a customer or a client of a real estate professional, they must act honestly, ensure any informatio… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Alberta may be seeing winter-like weather lately, but that doesn't mean the real estate market is cooling off. Chec… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Participate in the next stage of RECA's #StrategicPlanning! Please take 20 minutes to let us know your thoughts on… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#AlbertaCondoManagers: the deadline for completing your required condominium management course(s) is Nov 30, 2022.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Buying a home? Own your home? Do you have #TitleInsurance? It is a form of indemnity insurance for a mortgaged prop… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

RECA will be closed tomorrow, Friday, April 15, 2022, for the #GoodFriday stat holiday. We will reopen again at 8am… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

RECA is looking for residential real estate, condo management, and mortgage licensees to join the respective… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Did you hear about the Ontario man who almost lost his home after getting a mortgage thru a private lender? Private… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Looking for an opportunity to become more engaged in #SelfRegulation? RECA is looking for residential real estate,… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Reminder for #AlbertaCondoManagers: the deadline for completing your required condominium management course(s) is N… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Buying or selling a property is one of the most important financial decisions a consumer will make in their lifetim… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Have you been approached by a person offering you a great real estate deal? If you don't have it in writing, you do… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

A Hearing Panel for RECA suspended the mortgage associate licence of Rajneesh Aery for the period of three months,… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Patricia McLeod has resigned as Chair of RECA's Board of Directors. The Honourable Nate Glubish, Minister of Servic… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Tune in at 2pm to learn how to protect yourself from online mortgage and real estate scams! Register today for Frau… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

As Fraud Prevention Month comes to an end, we remind you that if you’re a victim of fraud, the best thing to do is… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Suspect you may be involved in an fraudulent transaction related to real estate? Learn about #MortgageFraud and how… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Join Cheryl Rumpel from @RECA to learn how fraudsters are using Kijiji, Facebook, and mobile chat apps to lure home… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#DYK there were more than 67,000 victims of #fraud in 2021 in Canada? Although #FPM2022 is coming to an end, we mu… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Watch out for messages with unusual requests that claim to be from someone you work with. If you're unsure, look up… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Businesses that are victims of #fraud often stay silent because they don’t want to appear vulnerable or damage thei… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

March 2022 #CaseSummaries now available for download from reca.ca. Review the recent sanctions and… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Preventing #fraud starts with you! @canantifraud estimates that less than 5% of fraud victims report their experie… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Join us Thursday to learn to protect yourself from online mortgage and real estate scams! Register today for Frauds… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

RECA is currently experiencing issues with our in-house web-based courses. Our IT team is working on the issue and… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Protect your #business from fraud: ✅ Don’t open or reply to suspicious emails ✅ Be wary of supposed “government… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

DYK a person must be licensed by RECA to help you buy and sell real estate, obtain a mortgage, rent or lease proper… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Have you been impacted by a scam? Do your part to stop crime, and report it online or by phone to our colleagues at… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Manipulation is a top tool for scammers. They will say anything, pretend to be anyone. Do not share personal info.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Scammers often impersonate financial institutions and may send you a phishing text message asking you to respond “Y… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

@RECA is taking action to raise awareness about common fraud scenarios in the real estate sector. Join RECA's Senio… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Thinking of selling your house? Check out RECA's #HomeSellersGuide for advice on how to get your house ready to sel… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Our industry partner @RECA's #HomeBuyersGuide walks you, aspiring homeowners, through each step of the home buying… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#FPM2022 Fraud is a serious crime. Find out how to prevent fraud and report those who commit it. Visit:… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

~March is Fraud Prevention Month~ What is Mortgage Fraud? 🏠 The Mortgage Broker Regulators' Council of Canada provi… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Do you know how to spot a #phishing scam? Many fraudulent emails have one or more of the following: ⚠️ Demands an… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Be cautious when dealing with people you have only met online. If you decide to send them money use secure, traceab… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

If you're looking to buy a house in Alberta, you have to act fast, but you still need to do your research before pu… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Did you receive an email or text impersonating a government agency? Often they offer a refund and ask you to click… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Protect yourself from identity theft! Shred documents, lock down your social media accounts, find out why businesse… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Fraudsters will use a variety of tactics to hook you into their scheme. Being a victim of a scam can happen to any… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Scammers will use high-pressure sales tactics, intimidation, coercion & threats to get your money or identity. If a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Licensees, have you answered an email from a potential client only to have them threaten your reputation if you don… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Thursday, March 31 at 2 p.m. Join Cheryl Rumpel from @RECA to learn how fraudsters are using Kijiji, Facebook, and… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Real estate consumers should never sign offers to purchase, mortgage applications, rental or lease agreements, or a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Spread the word. Fight fraud together. Talk to friends and family about common scams to make sure they know the sig… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Getting involved in #MortgageFraud can damage your current and future employment prospects and your credit rating.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

People often don’t report #fraud because they’re embarrassed or they think it's not important. This isn't the case.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

If you’re approached out of the blue by someone you don’t know offering to help you with your finances, chances are… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#Socialengineering exploits human psychology, rather than using technical hacking methods, to gain access to system… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Phishing is one of the easiest ways for fraudsters to steal log in credentials, personal information or even infilt… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

A phone is the scammer’s favourite weapon. If a stranger calls you and says you owe them money, or asks you to pay… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

RECA's Mortgage Broker Industry Council has approved Stefanie Rae Davidson's application for… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Brokers, check out these fact sheets from BMO! They include some great tips for keeping your brokerage safe from fr… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

The best way to prevent your #business from becoming a victim of #fraud is for you and your employees to be informe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Did you know...almost 50% of all #Canadian #businesses have experienced some form of #fraud in the past 24 months?!… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

In her role, Stefani Konidis supports her agents to grow their business and navigate challenges, such as real estat… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Whether you're looking to get into homeownership, downsize to a smaller home, or are over yardwork, condo ownership… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Providing training to employees on scam detection and prevention is an effective way to fight #business fraud. 👊… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

If you don't know what #fraud looks like, it's time to learn! Follow @canantifraud for tips on spotting red flags… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Businesses and charities lose millions each year to #business scams. To end it, invest in: ✔️your people ✔️your p… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#Business owners: watch out for emails with unknown links and attachments or that ask for personal details. These c… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Did you get a call from a grandchild or family member saying that they were in an accident? There’s a good chance t… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Protect yourself from cybercriminals by protecting your devices and your network. - use complex, unique passphrases… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Think you would never become a victim of fraud? So did the over 46,000 Canadians who fell victim to fraud in 2021.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Scammers can target businesses of all sizes. As licensees, you regularly deal with large amounts of money on behalf… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Did you know almost 20 percent of Canadians believe they have been approached with an investment that could have be… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

This year for #FraudPreventionMonth2022 I encourage you to learn more about the different types of fraud and how yo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

With online resources like Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji, it's never been easier to find a home to rent. Unfortun… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Fraud Prevention Month continues! DYK the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards requires Accuracy and Clarity: “… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

March is #Fraud Prevention Month. Watch out for fishy emails and suspicious phone calls. Check out #investments tha… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Thank you @TheCalgaryTower for helping us all raise awareness for Fraud Prevention Month! @AB_CrimeWatch @RECA… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Myth: Only seniors fall for scams and fraud. Fact: Fraud effects people of all ages. In fact, Canadians ages 25 –… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Extortion scams were the highest reported scams at CAFC in 2021 with a total of 14,202 reports received. Extortion… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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