Forget the deadbolt, residents of these trusting towns say
People who live in Hollister, Calif., feel most confident about leaving their doors unlocked at night, according to a survey by Automatelife.net, because of low property and violent crime rates
The real estate industry isn't doing enough to keep agents safe
Opinion
From physical safety to psychological and emotional safety, it's time to implement new practices and changed attitudes to the industry, writes safety expert Tracey Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Oct 10
5 safety questions (and loads of resources) to safeguard your team
Do you know how to keep your team safe from out-of-control clients or leads? Do they? Here's how to start an important conversation around agent security
by Rachael Hite Sep 13
After Ralph Yarl, it's time to retire door-knocking once and for all
Opinion
A teenager was shot for being at the wrong address. Telling your agents to door-knock for new business is dated advice, and it could be deadly. It’s time to stop door-knocking
by Rachael Hite Apr 20
What we can learn from Ana Walshe's disappearance
Opinion
A new year and yet another agent is missing. How many days would it take for your network to report you missing?
by Rachael Hite Feb 2
Striving for safety: Helping your agents learn self-defense and personal protection
Opinion
62% of agents report that they have not taken a self-defense class before. This is one stat about safety that brokers can improve for their teams
by Jeff Lichtenstein Oct 13
How safe are you? 17 essential safety tips for real estate agents
Opinion
Staying safe as a real estate agent is your first priority. Make these 17 best practices into your new daily habits
by Luke Babich Aug 9
9 tips for creating a seller safety plan on your next listing
Opinion
There certainly isn't enough advice out there on seller safety, says safety expert Robert Siciliano. Here are some tips to ensure your sellers (and you) stay safe during showings
by Robert Siciliano Aug 9
Is the pandemic over, or isn’t it?
Opinion
Is the pandemic over? With masks, the economy, in-person meetings and the lasting heartache around COVID-19, it's difficult to tell
by Teresa Boardman Apr 27
Man threatened to attack, rape multiple real estate agents: Police
Police say 44-year-old Frank Mainka called agents in Mississippi and threatened to rape them during home showings. The incident highlights the challenge agents face when it comes to safety
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 13
Got your first celebrity client? 6 tips for making an impression
Helping celebrity clients find their dream homes can be tricky. What's the right approach? How can you impress? Who's the VIP in the entourage? Here are a few tips for real estate agents to make an impression and ensure repeat business
by Jason D. Greene Sep 21
3 major risk types agents need to prepare to mitigate
Opinion
Real estate professionals face 3 distinct areas of risk: financial, physical and legal. Here are a few tips for dealing with those risks
by Joey Sheehan Sep 6
Deadly shooting shows Airbnb's no-party rule can be hard to enforce
A California house party resulted in a deadly shooting. The party was thrown without the consent of the host, Airbnb says
by Daniel Houston Aug 10
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
Why we shouldn't forget it's safety month
Opinion
Although sensational headline stories are the ones that fuel discussions on agent safety, other more everyday occupational hazards are worthy of attention, too. Here's why
by Teresa Boardman Sep 24