Straight Talk About Real Estate

“Is it safe to have a lockbox put on my house? Does that mean anyone can come in?”

I have never had any incidence with sellers having a problem with theft when their house is on the market with a lockbox installed for showing nor have I ever heard of such. That is not to say it can never happen.

I always caution my sellers to do two things:

1. Do not leave valuables lying around. Put away all cash, checks, jewelry, watches, credit cards as well as personal identity information such as bank statements, passports, etc into a low drawer. Valuable should be placed in a safe deposit box. Remember do not empty your pocket onto the dresser out in the open with keys, cash, wallet, etc. This way you do not openly tempt anyone, especially teens and children who may come with their parents to look at the house.

2. Pack away breakables, knick-knacks or anything of immense value to you, such as heirlooms. Accidents can happen.