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Rentec Direct security features protect your property management data on all online devices, so you can enjoy the new year without worrying about your data. Take a look at the key ways you can protect your password and information to keep your tenant, owner, and business information secure. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Determined bad actors are constantly evolving and increasingly rely on a psychological approach known as social engineering, where they manipulate people into disclosing confidential information or accessing their data. Rentec Direct makes your account security our top priority, employing industry-leading methods, from strong encryption to secure storage. However, your vigilance is the most critical layer of defense. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The start of a new year is the perfect time to secure your business assets. This article outlines six simple, actionable steps, from enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to regular account reconciliation, that you can implement today. These steps create a robust, unified defense against modern online threats, helping to safeguard your data and finances so that you can relax and enjoy the New Year with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Social Engineering?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Social engineering is a deceptive tactic used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into giving up confidential information or granting access to data. The aim is to steal credentials, gain access to the system, or trick staff into transferring funds or revealing sensitive data. There are common scams that can occur under the umbrella of social engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phishing:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Phishing can consist of fake emails or texts that look like they are from IT, a vendor, or even an owner. They ask you to click a bad link or attachment to install malware or steal login details to access financial or management systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fraudulent Payment Scams: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A criminal impersonates a manager or executive. They request an urgent fake payment, such as rent or a vendor bill. They may also ask you to change bank details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pretexting: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The criminal creates a false situation (a \u201cpretext\u201d) to get you to willingly provide confidential information. This is often done by impersonating a trustworthy authority, such as a bank official, IT support, a government agent, or another authority. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: Other common Social Engineering attacks include: Business Email Compromise (BEC), Spear Phishing, Vishing, SMiShing, and Whaling. Understanding <\/em>how to recognize and stop these social engineering attacks<\/em><\/a> will help keep all of your digital accounts secure.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your 6 Steps to Better Security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are six simple steps you can take now to protect your data and your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Reconcile Your Rentec Direct Account With Your Bank Account:<\/strong> Reconciling your accounts at regular intervals (at least once per month) can alert you to any irregular activity. Discrepancies between your Rentec Direct ledger and your bank statement could indicate unauthorized changes to payments or transfers. Bank Account Reconciliation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Don\u2019t Share Your Login:<\/strong> Rentec Direct allows unlimited users for each account. Give each user a unique username, password, and custom permissions to ensure everyone accesses only the data they need. Learn how to add additional users to your account<\/a> in the Rentec Direct Knowledgebase.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    If you have shared your login with another user, this is a good time to reset your password and add them to your account with their own username, password, permissions, and two-factor authentication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Important Note:<\/em><\/strong> Your Rentec Direct success team and our vetted integrated partners will never ask you for your login information. To protect your banking and tenant data, do not share your logins or two-factor authentication codes with anyone requesting your information. When in doubt, reach out to your Rentec Direct success team for any questions you may have.<\/em>
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    If you wish to grant access to a trusted employee or a third-party service, create a subuser account with the appropriate permissions. This ensures each user has a unique login, customized access levels, and two-factor authentication, allowing access only to the information necessary for their role.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Use Strong, Unique Passwords:<\/strong>\n