Safe Selling: 4 Times Real Estate Agents Should ALWAYS Have a Showing Buddy

Brokers, how often have you advised your agents to "Just take someone with you" on a showing to stay safe? While the buddy system is an effective way to stay safe, it's not always practical. Other agents aren't always available, and the last-minute nature of some showings makes recruiting a colleague challenging.

So even though agents with solid safety skills can usually go to showings without accompaniment, there are still times when your agents should ALWAYS pair up with a colleague. Watch the video above to learn the four scenarios where a showing buddy is CRITICAL for safety—and make sure your agents are aware of these situations.

In this video, you'll also learn:

• How the buddy system tips the "flight or fight" balance in the agent's favor
• The unexpected reason why cell phone coverage matters to agent safety
• Why "Uncomfortable saves your life, but scared gets you dead"