Yes, Mr. & Mrs. Seller - You Need a Lockbox!
It seems like during many of my listing appointments sellers always ask me the same question. "Do we need to have a lockbox or can we show the house by appointment only?" My answer is always the same, "YES! You need a lockbox!"
Here are three reasons why sellers need a lockbox...
- #1 reason is for your safety. A lockbox insures that the person coming into your house is indeed a licensed real estate person. Anyone can make a business card and proclaim to be a real estate agent. Only licensed professionals will have access to the lockbox. Even when my sellers are home, I instruct them that they MUST have the agents use the lockbox and to never let anyone inside unless they have used the lockbox.
- Tracking agents that have shown your home. I know who came in, at what time, what company they work for and their contact information. This is a great way to get feedback from them on your house.
- More buyers. You may not be at home when someone wants to come by your house and take a look. How will they get it? The more limitations you have on the availability of your house being shown, the more likely you are to lose a potential buyer. Every showing is critical when trying to sell your house.
If you are thinking about selling your Sacramento area house please visit Executive Properties website for more information for sellers.
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