For REALTORS®, every day brings new opportunities to help people achieve their real estate goals. Whether guiding a buyer through their first home purchase or helping a seller move on to their next chapter, REALTORS® build relationships with many different people in a variety of settings. With meetings at unfamiliar properties, open houses, and one-on-one appointments, prioritizing safety is an important part of providing professional service.
During REALTOR® Safety Month, real estate professionals are encouraged to review their safety habits and take proactive steps to protect themselves, their clients, and their businesses.
Know Who You Are Meeting
Before meeting a new client, take time to gather basic information and verify contact details. Communicate through trusted channels, meet in a safe location when possible, and let someone know where you will be and who you are meeting.
Share Your Schedule
Keeping colleagues, family members, or friends informed about your appointments can provide an added layer of security. Use calendar sharing, check-in systems, or safety apps to help others know your location and plans.
Stay Alert During Showings and Open Houses
When showing a property, be aware of your surroundings. Arrive early when possible, keep your phone accessible, and avoid becoming distracted. At open houses, maintain awareness of visitors entering and leaving the property.
Trust Your Instincts
A REALTOR®’s intuition is a valuable safety tool. If a situation feels uncomfortable or unsafe, do not ignore that feeling. Remove yourself from the situation and seek assistance if needed.
Use Safety Technology
Many REALTORS® use tools such as emergency alert apps, location-sharing features, and personal safety devices. Technology can provide quick access to help when it matters most.
Create a Culture of Safety
Safety is a shared responsibility within the real estate industry. By discussing best practices, supporting one another, and staying prepared, REALTORS® can help create safer experiences for everyone involved in the home buying and selling process.
As trusted professionals in their communities, REALTORS® do more than help people buy and sell homes they help create positive experiences built on trust, service, and safety. This September, take time to review your safety practices and make a commitment to staying prepared every day.
For more information about buying or selling a home, be sure to work with a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®. Snohomish County Camano Association of REALTORS® is the voice for real estate in Snohomish County. If you have questions for The Expert about real estate email us at [email protected], or by visiting www.sccar.org for more information.
