Top 10 Real Estate Agent Safety Tips

Real Estate Agent safety should be a top priority in the field. Here's how to prevent or prepare for risky situations that often come with the job.

1. Be Careful with Personal Info

- Don’t advertise your home address. Consider a Google Voice phone number to separate work calls on your personal cell.

2. Verify Customer Information

- Ask for ID, address, and references from people before a showing. Require a signature and phone number even at Open Houses.

3. Enlist a Coworker

- Whenever possible, have someone from your office join you for private showings.

4. Announce Your Showing

- If you can’t have someone tag along, make sure at least a couple people know your location and expected return time before a showing.

5. Scout Locations Early

- Check out neighborhoods before you meet someone there to ensure you are familiar with the area.

6. Keep Phone in Hand

- Keep your phone in hand with an emergency contact on speed dial.

7. Keep Customer in Sight

- Walk behind clients. It lets them feel ownership over the potential buy and allows you to keep a safe distance.

8. Pay Attention to Exits

- Know where the exits to the house and neighborhood are. Keep doors unlocked during showings.

9. Take a Self Defense Class

- Go the extra mile by taking a class that will prepare you for any potential dangers.

10. Trust Your Gut

- If you’re uneasy about a situation, see your way out of it. Don’t worry about upsetting the customer.     

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* Specific loan program availability and requirements may vary. Please get in touch with your mortgage advisor for more information.