Personal safety for real estate professionals isn’t taught enough. These recommendations are drawn from converged security experience — practical steps agents can take before, during, and after every showing.
If there is a basement or crawl space, don’t follow unless you have a second person with YOU
Only do Day Light Showings
Let the customer/client go in front first
If there is a screen/glass door, leave the solid door open
Trust But Verify Identity of customer/client
Discard any collected personal information as soon as you no longer need it. If you don’t need it on or after closing, delete it before hand
Do your research on the client / house / location / crime using government and social media websites
Share your location with a co-worker/spouse
Set up and learn Emergency SOS on your phone
Equip yourself via Mace/Go Bag and firearm if that is authorized and your fancy
Meet with client / customer in public place before heading to showings
2 is one and 1 is none – two flashlights
Video a showing if allowed and needed
Make sure your phone is fully charged before showing
Set up a distress code word with several people in your contact list
PSA Alarm and know how to trigger the house alarm
Look for an Exit Strategy when you enter the home
Watch out for theft of property