Now, it’s not like Realtors are police officers. They don’t go out every day with a gun and face down criminals. They don’t fight fires, and they aren’t in the military. However, every career comes with its own set of dangers. When I worked at a movie theater, we had to receive special training on how to deal with robberies, bomb threats, and active shooter situations after several mass shootings had taken place. Thankfully, I never had to deal with anything scarier than a counterfeit $20 bill or teenagers sneaking into R-rated movies.
Real estate is no different- agents need to be aware of the dangers that could occur. It’s especially important, since you are often showing clients around alone, or meeting with sellers on your own. I’m not saying to constantly be paranoid and afraid, but it’s best to be prepared and aware. Check out these Realtor safety tips from the Househunt blog:
-Be careful with your personal info- don’t put your home address on business cards/online. Consider having a separate cell phone for work.
-Enlist a coworker- whenever possible, have someone from your office join you for private showings.
-Verify client info- require ID and phone number before showing a home.
-Announce showings- if someone can’t go with you, let someone know where you are going and when you’ll be back.
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