Snohomish assault reminds all of REALTOR® safety

Earlier this month, a Snohomish real estate agent was assaulted by a group of men pretending to be interested in the property during an open house. The incident is an unfriendly reminder that all agents should be prepared to handle dangerous situations.

Seattle King County REALTORS® is offering two Real Estate Self Defense classes this summer, taught by mortgage broker and Krav Maga instructor Amit Baruch. “Real Estate Self Defense is an engaging course taught by an instructor who is very knowledgeable about safety for real estate professionals,” said SKCR Director of Business Practices and Education Claudia Crowell. “Students get helpful and practical tools and information they can use to stay safe.”

Upcoming Real Estate Self Defense classes

Both classes take place from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the SKCR office in Bellevue.

July 11, 2018
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September 20, 2018
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Baruch will also teach this course in real estate offices; members interested in having a class offsite should contact SKCR Director of Business Practices and Education Claudia Crowell.

REALTORS® who want to learn more about protecting themselves can read NAR’s tips on planning your safety strategy. NAR’s safety resources include apps, products such as pepper spray, safety webinars, articles, videos, and weekly tips, as well as a safety and security toolkit for REALTOR® use with their clients. Visit NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Hub and WR’s Real Estate Safety Council page to learn more.