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Scam Avoidance & Security

At Bushari Corp. / The Bushari Team, we take the security of your personal and financial information incredibly seriously. Please review the following policies to protect yourself from common real estate scams.

1. Social Security Numbers (SSN)

We will NEVER ask for your Social Security Number. Even during a rental application or credit check process, no member of our team will ever ask you to provide your full Social Security Number via email, text message, or over the phone.

  • How it works: If a credit or background check is required for a transaction, it is conducted strictly through secure, encrypted third-party portals (such as a secure application link) where you enter your data directly.

  • The Scam: If you receive an email or text from someone claiming to be us asking you to “reply with your SSN to speed up the application,” it is a scam. Do not reply.

2. Wire Fraud & Funding Instructions

WARNING – FRAUDULENT FUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Email hacking and fraud are on the rise to fraudulently misdirect funds. Please adhere to the following strict guidelines:

  • Verbal Confirmation is Mandatory: The Bushari Team @ Compass will NEVER initially request funds be wired via email. It will always be communicated verbally to initiate the process.

  • Verify Immediately: Wire fraud is a serious issue. Please be cautious and call The Bushari Team @ Compass immediately if you receive a wire request via email & your agent has not discussed it prior.

  • Check the Bank Account Name: The name on the bank account will ALWAYS be Compass Massachusetts LLC. Never, under any circumstances, wire funds to any other name.

  • Liability: We are not responsible for any wires sent by you to an incorrect bank account.

3. Common Impersonation Scams

  • Copycat Websites: Scammers may create sites that look like ours but have slightly different URLs. Always verify you are on Bushari.com or Compass.com.

  • Urgency Tactics: Be suspicious of any communication that demands immediate action or payment to “secure a deal” without proper documentation or verbal confirmation.

If You Suspect Fraud

If you receive a suspicious request involving your SSN or funds:

  1. Do NOT reply or click any links.

  2. Call us immediately at 617-245-8200 (or your agent’s known number) to verify the request.

  3. If you have already shared financial info, contact your bank immediately.