How One North Carolina Attorney Is Fighting Back Against Real Estate Fraud – An Interview with Key Title, LLC
- leezawebsite
- May 4
- 2 min read
When a former prosecutor and real estate attorney sees fraud harming homeowners, she doesn’t just talk about it—she builds a solution.
That’s the story behind Leeza.io, the real estate fraud monitoring service founded by North Carolina attorney Lisa Galanis. In a recent video interview with Shannon Smith, President of Key Title, LLC, Lisa dives into how seller impersonation scams are quietly targeting unsuspecting property owners—and what can be done to stop them.
Watch the full interview here:
What You’ll Learn in the Interview
In the conversation, Shannon and Lisa unpack one of the fastest-growing real estate threats in the country: seller impersonation fraud, where scammers pose as property owners to sell or mortgage properties they don’t actually own.
Lisa explains how these scams typically play out—and how most homeowners don’t realize what’s happening until it’s too late.
They also discuss:
Why fraudsters are increasingly targeting vacant lots, investment homes, and even primary residences
The limitations of relying solely on title insurance and county alert systems
How Leeza.io acts as a real-time monitoring system for your property’s listing status
The importance of industry-wide collaboration between attorneys, title companies, and homeowners
Lisa’s Mission: From Prosecution to Prevention
Lisa’s legal career spans work in drug enforcement, child abuse prosecution, and now real estate law. Her transition into creating tech-based solutions like Leeza.io is rooted in her lifelong dedication to protecting others from harm.
Her passion is evident as she discusses real cases—some that have led to massive financial and emotional fallout for unsuspecting homeowners. It was witnessing these events firsthand that motivated her to act.
Why Leeza.io Matters
Leeza.io isn’t just another real estate tool—it’s a proactive defense system. The service monitors MLS databases and real estate listing platforms for any unauthorized activity tied to your property. If something shows up, you’re notified instantly.
It’s a first-of-its-kind property listing alert system that empowers homeowners to catch scams before they escalate.
The Big Takeaway
This interview between Lisa and Shannon is a must-watch for anyone involved in real estate—whether you're a homeowner, agent, attorney, or title professional. Their conversation shines a spotlight on a very real threat and offers a clear, accessible path to protection.
Watch the interview here:
And to learn more about how Leeza.io works, visit https://www.leeza.io
