Word on the Street: members respond and share their best safety tips.

The most recent Word on the Street took place during REALTOR® Safety Month in September, and members were asked: "What is one safety tip you think all Realtors® should follow, and something you especially want to share with new agents?"

Thank you to the members who took time to share their ideas; here is a sampling of the many tips shared:

"Always be sure someone knows who you're with and where you're going."

"Turn on your location sharing so someone knows you're going to the intended location."

"Bring a pair of men's shoes with you to a showing, and have them visible at the front door."

"Always let the client lead. Don't allow yourself to be blocked in."

"Have someone on speaker phone as you wrap up and exit a home after a showing. Have a code word."

"Announce yourself as 'Realtor®' before entering a home or property."

"Talk to your clients in a public space first."

"When showing a home at night, open the blinds and have the lights on."

"Know all entrance and exit points."

"Be with another Realtor® whenever it's possible."

"Trust your gut. It's always right."

Do you have a question idea to ask SPAAR members? If so, please send it to spaar@spaar.com so it can be posed to members in a future newsletter.