How will agents get into my home?

 Clients often want to know how agents are going to get into their home when they   are doing a showing.

 There are typically 3 different options:

 Lockbox -- Most common way to store keys for showings. Easiest to set up   showings as there is no need to worry about opening the house up whenever   needed. Showings could happen randomly while a buyer is at a house around the   corner. All of a sudden they want to see it now after this house. So the agent calls   the listing agent and sets up an appt. If the lockbox is set up and the seller is easy   to reach then it's much easier to sell.

 Owner or tenant is home - Not the best option. Buyers want to feel free to talk to   their agent and typically feel they are invading peoples space and leave the   property faster than if the house was empty. Now obviously there are some   exceptions. Those who are elderly or disabled and not able to leave. Typically when   our clients do stay for a showing they will stay as far from the agent and buyers as   possible. Ie perhaps sit out back while they are inside. Once they go out back   wander off inside or wherever to give a bit of space.

Keypad entry -- Some clients have doors with the newer keypad doors that you don't need a key for just a code. I have some clients comfortable allowing the code for access. Sometimes there's no places for a lockbox and the seller is not around so this is a great option. You can change the code anytime. Just give us notice so no one is locked out by mistake!!