Robert Siciliano

Mar 13, 2025 | inman.com | Robert Siciliano

Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the power of the Inman Community, and gain insights from hundreds of leading minds shaping the industry. If you’re ready to grow your business and invest in yourself, this is where you need to be. Go BIG in San Diego!While incredibly useful, mobile phones inherently carry privacy and security risks due to their constant connectivity and the vast amount of personal data they hold.

Mar 11, 2025 | finextra.com | Robert Siciliano

The convenience of P2P platforms (Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, PayPal) is attracting small businesses for both formal and informal client invoice payments and contractor reimbursements, offering swift and affordable transactions. However, for larger invoices, businesses often prioritize the superior fraud protection and audit trails offered by ACH and credit card payments. The Mechanics of P2P Platforms P2P platform users create unique handles, serving as their primary account identifiers.

Feb 18, 2025 | finextra.com | Robert Siciliano

As tax season approaches in 2025, it's crucial for US citizens to be aware of the increasingly sophisticated scams targeting taxpayers. Fraudsters are constantly refining their tactics, using advanced technologies and exploiting current events to deceive unsuspecting individuals. This article will explore the 12 biggest tax scams to watch out for and provide actionable steps to protect yourself. #1 IRS Impersonation Phone Call One of the most prevalent scams is the IRS impersonation phone call.

Jan 31, 2025 | finextra.com | Robert Siciliano

Financial fraud takes many forms, but romance scams are arguably the most devastating. They exploit not just finances, but also emotions, leaving victims heartbroken and betrayed. Think you're immune to romance scams? Don't be so sure. Loneliness can cloud judgment, making even the most savvy individuals vulnerable. While you might not fall victim, someone you care about could. Consider those close to you – a family member, a friend, a loved one. Have they ever expressed feelings of loneliness?

Jan 17, 2025 | finextra.com | Robert Siciliano

This is somewhat of a selfish article. I’ve been procrastinating on completing my already robust emergency preparedness kit arsenal. I have a number of kits for certain purposes, all designed to be thrown in the back of the Yukon, or on the backs of my family. So, with some winter downtime, coupled with the absolute tragic events of the earth being on fire, and the overall extremes of climate change and political strife, I thought it was time to list out, update and upgrade my preparedness.