Decide on your safety rules up front and communicate them clearly. Many sellers choose to require a lender pre-approval letter, a copy of a government-issued ID, or both before they allow anyone to tour the property.  You can set these rules in your Get Real Listing on getrealsold.com, and send Buyers there to upload their documents which you can then view in your Get Real Listing Dashboard. This helps filter out unqualified or potentially risky prospects.

There are several ways to conduct showings:

• Self-guided tours with safeguards: Install a contractor-style combination lockbox in a discreet spot and pair it with Wi-Fi cameras. Change the code frequently and monitor the showing from a nearby location or remotely.

• Owner-hosted tours: It’s perfectly acceptable for you to show your own home if you’re comfortable doing so. Think of it as welcoming guests—no need for elaborate staging rituals; just keep the home clean and inviting.

• Working with buyers’ agents: Apply the same security steps (ID or pre-approval checks, lockbox procedures, etc.) when dealing with licensed agents. You can also request they upload their license pocket card to the portal.

Whatever method you choose, the goal is the same: protect your safety while giving serious buyers an easy way to see the home. A little upfront planning helps you maintain both security and maximum exposure.