Real Safe 911 offers exact locations, video for emergency calls
A real estate agent could use the app if an emergency occurs during a showing, according to Lee Goldstein, CEO of Real Safe Agent
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 25
61 safety tips every real estate agent needs
Opinion
Prevention and avoidance are always better options than dealing directly with any safety-related issue. Don't be afraid, be aware
by Jay Thompson Jun 9
Owner of Unified Homes among 4 victims in California shooting
The business owner's son, Luis Tovar Jr., also said his mother Blanca Tomayo and a half brother were among those killed, and that the fourth victim was an employee at the firm
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 2
Getting harassing phone calls? Here's how to stop them
Real estate safety expert Tracey Hawkins offers advice on what agents can do to avoid inappropriate phone calls and text messages
Showing app Entro has potential — but should address agent safety
Opinion
With some decent features and a user interface worth seeing, Entro could succeed if not for leaving agent safety and lead quality totally out of the equation
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 24
More Realtors are carrying weapons for self-defense
An NAR survey finds more than half of agents are still hosting open houses alone, but more agents are carrying protection in the form of pepper spray and firearms
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 14
The Real Word: Should we end open houses?
Opinion
More this week: A few ways agents can practice safety at open houses and the Houston Association of Realtors' decision to change the term 'master' bedroom
by Byron Lazine Jul 3
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by Jim Dalrymple II May 20
VIP Realtors rolls out multiviewer virtual visits on all listings
Notable independent brokerage Crye-Leike will be introducing the same Nodalview-powered concept to its southeastern US offices as the pandemic continues to hamper in-person showings
by Craig C. Rowe May 6
A mother and daughter sitting at a table together, looking at a tablet computer
Kleard Pro will now be a member benefit to the country's largest association, serving 52,000 agents
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 14
Don't be the prey: 5 ways to stay safe in the field
Here are some simple things you can do to reduce your risk and exposure to the real evil that walks among us
by Jay Thompson Dec 18
Are open houses too dangerous to justify?
Following a wave of headlines about open house-related crime, agents say safety issues are a growing concern
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
Why all agents need to understand situational awareness
Opinion
You don't have to be Jason Bourne, but you should be attentive to your surroundings
by Jay Thompson Sep 4
Why are real estate agents still holding open houses alone?
The question has prompted a debate — including in a recent Facebook post with hundreds of comments — over how to safely welcome strangers into a property
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 18
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Through the end of the month, agents can use the promo code 'moxiworks' to get 45% off the Revolar Instinct
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 10