September is REALTOR Safety Month
Louisiana REALTORS® • September 10, 2024

September is REALTOR® Safety Month, and there's no better time to reassess your safety protocols and make safety a top-of-mind priority.
The reality in real estate is that there are some real threats when working in the field, and it's crucial to be prepared. The 2023 REALTOR® Safety Survey highlights alarming statistics of the potential dangers REALTORS® face while on the job:
- 56,000 REALTORS® were victims of a crime while performing their duties.
- 322,000 REALTORS® felt fear for their safety while on the job.
- 406,000 REALTORS® don’t have safety protocols in place to protect themselves.
Here's how NAR's REALTOR® Safety Program can make a significant difference in your safety:
- Resources, tools and tips: proven techniques from field professionals to stay aware and prepared, helping ensure your safety at all times.
- Boost confidence: empower yourself with information and tools to handle challenging situations in the field effectively.
- Free Live Webinars: join our REALTOR® Safety Month webinar on Sept. 18th, 12:00 pm CT, and learn how to identify potential threats, leverage technology for safety, and effectively handle emergencies.
Safety is a healthy habit that could save your life. So, don’t wait until the worst happens, and be prepared with measures to cut down the chances of becoming a target.
Remember, the real value in real estate is YOU!

NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide about contract contingencies and clauses that buyers and sellers may encounter in a real estate transaction. The guide defines common contingencies and clauses and helps consumers understand what happens if the terms aren’t fulfilled. As a reminder, all guides in this series are available for download—in both English and Spanish—on facts.realtor . Please allow up to two weeks for the Spanish version of the latest resource to be translated and uploaded. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Real Estate Contract Contingencies Understanding Condo Ownership How to Protect Against Real Estate Wire Fraud 5 Home Selling Tips for Privacy and Safety Do You Need Private Mortgage Insurance? What Is the VA Home Loan Guaranty? 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 homebuying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. Be on the lookout for the next consumer guide, which focuses on working with a remodeling contractor.




