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About CertifID
Industries
Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software
Fintech
Cybersecurity
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$81M
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded
2017
Overview
CertifID helps real estate professionals prevent wire fraud in property transactions by providing a digital platform that validates the identities of everyone involved and securely shares wiring instructions. It works by connecting title companies, escrow officers, agents, and clients to confirm who they’re dealing with and transmit safe bank details within existing workflows. It differentiates itself by focusing specifically on the real estate funding process and offering ongoing fraud-trend updates, demos, and a network of title company partners. Its goal is to reduce wire-fraud risk, protect funds, and streamline closings for real estate professionals and their clients.
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What believers are saying
- Raised $47.5M Series C in July 2025 led by Centana Growth Partners.
- Blocked $285M fraud in 2025 and recovered $126M for victims.
- Appointed CPO Josh Linn from Socure and CMO Liz Conn from Sayari.
What critics are saying
- AI deepfakes bypass 150 fraud markers in BEC attacks within 12 months.
- Fannie Mae mandates blockchain payoffs by Q4 2026, obsoleting PayoffProtect.
- GuardhouseID captures 30% title market via superior biometrics in 12 months.
What makes CertifID unique
- CertifID analyzes 150+ fraud markers using device verification and multi-factor authentication.
- PayoffProtect automates validation of 5,000+ mortgage servicers like Mr. Cooper.
- Acquired Paymints.io to integrate secure digital payments in real estate.
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↑ 3%CertifID, a wire fraud protection platform for real estate, has appointed Josh Linn as Chief Product Officer and Liz Conn as Chief Marketing Officer following its $47.5 million Series C round led by Centana Growth Partners. The company has blocked over $285 million in confirmed fraudulent transactions in 2025, verified over 1.5 million mortgage payoffs, and returned more than $126 million to fraud victims to date. Linn brings over 20 years of experience in banking, payments and identity verification, most recently from Socure. He will lead product, design and data strategy. Conn joins from Sayari, where she served as SVP of Marketing, and will drive brand awareness around wire fraud threats. The appointments support CertifID's expansion as wire fraud sophistication increases in the AI era.
CertifID, the leading wire fraud protection platform for the real estate industry, today announced a $47.5 million Series C funding round led by Centana Grow...
CertifID, a Grand Rapids, MI-based provider of a wire fraud protection platform for the real estate industry, raised $47.5M in Series C funding.
CertifID has secured Series C funding to enhance its security capabilities against rising fraud risks, particularly those fueled by AI. The company, which has prevented $1.3 billion in potential losses and verified over 1 million mortgage payoffs, aims to innovate further in fraud prevention. Its platform is used by title companies, law firms, mortgage lenders, and real estate agents for identity verification and transaction monitoring. CertifID has also returned over $100 million to fraud victims.
CertifID has secured $47.5 million in a Series C funding round led by Centana Growth Partners, with continued support from Arthur Ventures. The funds will be used to enhance CertifID's identity verification, transaction monitoring, and secure payment capabilities. The company also aims to expand its team, speed up product development, and increase industry partnerships.
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About CertifID
Industries
Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software
Fintech
Cybersecurity
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$81M
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded
2017
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