REALTOR® Safety: 3 Things That Aren’t as Safe as You Think

Louisiana REALTORS • September 18, 2019

We all have our habits and routines that develop over time.  It’s easy to get comfortable in these actions and not give them a second thought.  However, even if you don’t think about it, parts of your daily routine could be putting you in an unnecessary danger. Here are 3 things many REALTORS® do that aren’t safe as you may think.

Leaving Your Belongings Unattended

Whether you’re at an open house or in your office, it’s easy to get distracted or busy and leave your valuable belongings unattended.  Whether it’s a purse or briefcase, phone or tablet, or even jewelry, these can present a golden opportunity for thieves.  You should always keep your small electronics with you.  Lock your other valuables in a drawer or in the trunk of your car.

Sharing Technology

Whether you are passing your phone around or logging into a company computer, there are a lot of things that can happen to yours or your client’s information.  Forgetting to log out, responding to suspicious emails, and visiting unsecure sites can all result in identity theft and other cyber dangers .  With all of the sensitive information involved in real estate transactions, protecting this data needs to be a top priority.

Not Having Emergency Equipment in Your Car

Much of your day is spent running the roads.  Visiting clients, going to meetings, back and forth from the office.  It’s important that you are prepared should something happen to your car.  A flat tire or a dead battery can totally derail your schedule.  This is why it’s important to be equipped with emergency equipment like jumper cables, a jack, an air compressor, and even a first aid kit. 

These are only a few habits that increase your risk of finding yourself in an unsafe scenario.  While you’re first responsibility to be a knowledgeable, professional REALTOR® for your clients, it’s also important to take a close look at your daily routine to ensure that you make each day a safe one .

Consumer Guide Update: Teen Financial Literacy

By Louisiana REALTORS® • October 9, 2026
Want Your Teen to Own a Home Someday? Start Talking Money Now Teens may not be thinking about mortgage rates or down payments just yet, but the money habits they’re building now can follow them for years. And 88% of teens surveyed by Fannie Mae and Junior Achievement said they want to own a home someday. This week’s Consumer Guide: Talk to Your Teens About Money and Homeownership makes those conversations a little easier, covering everything from credit scores and budgeting to debt, renting versus owning and saving for that eventual down payment. So yes, you may have to interrupt the doomscrolling. But helping teens get smarter about money today could put them in a much better position to get the keys to a home of their own down the road. Download all of NAR’s Consumer Guides in English or Spanish at facts.realtor. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Teen Financial Literacy Fraud Red Flags Helping Family Members Become Homeowners Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season Condominium Insurance Thank you for your continued engagement with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their home buying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. The next Consumer Guide, scheduled for publication on Oct. 21, will cover winter cold and storm preparedness.

Constitutional Amendment Positions for November 3 Election

By Louisiana REALTORS® • October 9, 2026
Homeownership Is on Louisiana's November Ballot

Cookbook for the REALTORS® Relief Foundation On Sale Now!

By Louisiana REALTORS® • October 8, 2026
After months of gathering recipes from across our Louisiana REALTORS® family, the cookbook is ready! This 200+ page collection is filled with Louisiana flavor, REALTOR® heart and recipes contributed by our members. We launched sales of the cookbook at the Fall Governance Meetings. You can now purchase your copy for $30 directly from the printer and shipped to you! Additionally, we will have copies available at the RRF booth at NXT . After NXT, we will carry a limited stock at the LR office for you to purchase through the LR Merch Shop and pick-up from the office or at an LR event, as stock is available. Even better, $15 from every cookbook sold will be donated to the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) to help provide housing-related assistance to REALTORS® and their families following disasters. Pick up a copy for yourself, grab one as a gift and enjoy a taste of Louisiana while supporting a great cause!
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