The 7 Deadly Sins of Real Estate: Mistakes That Can Derail a Transaction
One overlooked detail can threaten a transaction, damage a client relationship and put a real estate professional’s commission—or reputation—at risk.
That is why the next Meetings with Masters event is tackling a subject every real estate professional needs to understand:
The 7 Deadly Sins of Real Estate
Join attorney Jennifer Felten and Ryan J. Orr of Fidelity National Title for an engaging legal, title and risk-management discussion created specifically for real estate professionals.
This session will examine common mistakes and warning signs that can turn an ordinary transaction into an expensive problem. Attendees will gain practical insight into identifying potential risks earlier, asking better questions and working more effectively with their legal, escrow and title partners.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time: 9:00–11:00 AM
Location: The Resort
Address: 9301 The Resort Way, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Hosted by: Lewis Group of Companies
Featured presenters: Attorney Jennifer Felten and Ryan J. Orr, Fidelity National Title
What Are the “Deadly Sins” of a Real Estate Transaction?
Real estate transactions rarely fall apart because of one dramatic moment. More often, problems begin with a missed detail, an incorrect assumption or a warning sign that was not addressed soon enough.
The program will explore risks involving:
- Contracts, disclosures and documentation
- Title, ownership and vesting concerns
- Trust, probate and estate-related transactions
- Liens, judgments and unresolved title matters
- Seller impersonation, wire fraud and identity concerns
- Communication failures between transaction parties
- Legal and regulatory issues that may create liability
- Warning signs that should be escalated to the appropriate professional
The goal is not to turn agents into attorneys or title officers. It is to help real estate professionals recognize potential problems, understand when additional guidance may be needed and better protect the people they serve.
Why Real Estate Risk Management Matters
Today’s transactions can involve trusts, business entities, inherited property, divorce, bankruptcy, liens, fraudulent sellers and increasingly sophisticated wire-fraud attempts.
Clients expect their agent to anticipate challenges—not simply react after something goes wrong.
Understanding legal and title-related risks can help an agent:
- Set clearer expectations with clients
- Recognize potential obstacles earlier
- Reduce preventable closing delays
- Communicate more effectively with title and escrow
- Strengthen client confidence throughout the transaction
- Protect hard-earned relationships and professional credibility
The Strategic Value of Ordering Title Early
Title insurance and preliminary title information can play an important role in identifying recorded matters affecting a property.
Ordering the preliminary title report early may provide additional time to review ownership, vesting, liens, judgments, easements and other recorded exceptions before they become last-minute closing problems.
The earlier a potential issue is identified, the more opportunity the appropriate legal, title, escrow or lending professionals may have to evaluate it.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for:
- Residential real estate agents
- Brokers and team leaders
- Transaction coordinators
- Escrow professionals
- Real estate professionals who want to improve their risk awareness
- Newer agents who want to build better transactional habits
- Experienced agents who want to stay sharp as risks continue to evolve
Whether you are closing your first transaction or your five-hundredth, one preventable mistake can still be costly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event only for REALTORS®?
The program is designed primarily for real estate professionals, including agents, brokers, transaction coordinators and escrow professionals.
Who is presenting?
The featured presenters are attorney Jennifer Felten, who will provide a legal and risk-management perspective, and Ryan J. Orr of Fidelity National Title, who will provide insight into title-related risks and transaction awareness.
Where will the event be held?
The event will be held at The Resort, 9301 The Resort Way, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730.
When is the event?
The class will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.
Who is hosting the event?
The event is proudly hosted by the Lewis Group of Companies.
Why should I attend?
You will gain practical insight into common legal, title and transactional risks that can delay a closing, threaten a commission and damage a client relationship.
Reserve Your Seat Today
The most expensive transaction problems are often the ones nobody saw coming.
Join us for The 7 Deadly Sins of Real Estate and learn how to recognize risk before it reaches the closing table.
Space is limited. Reserve your seat today and invite another real estate professional who would benefit from this important conversation.
