When a homeowner lists their house they may choose to store their house keys in the lockbox for easy access for the agent showing the home. In fact, these handy accessories have all but replaced the need to keep a key under the mat. And not to mention, they are a lot more effective and secure.

• Why Professionals Use A Lockbox

It's no surprise that we like to sell houses, but we wouldn't be in business for long if the homes we show were to be vandalized or illegally accessed by an unlawful individual. A lockbox works to prevent anyone, other than approved real estate agents from being granted access into the home. Not only does it allow the agent to be more effective in showing homes, but it also gives the owner some added peace of mind in knowing that their home is being protected.

• The Cost

We provide and install the lockbox for your home at no cost to you.

• Lockbox Safety

When it comes to protecting your home, careful planning is a must. Many experts and homeowners alike believe that having a lockbox alone will not protect the home, but rather the unit together with proper placement would be the better combination for optimal security. Most agents recommend placing the lockbox in an area that's concealed, one that's not obvious at first glance, as opposed to leaving it in plain sight. Some may prefer to leave the lockbox near the entrance of the home because, after all, how many burglars would ever walk right up to the front door?

Now that you know where to place the lockbox, you need to know where not to place it. Never choose a location that's far from the home or is inconvenient for the agent to access. In order to show your house to potential buyers, the agent needs to be able to get in the door and it's not likely that they will be thrilled at the prospect of wading through an overgrown lawn, reaching blindly into a flower garden or sliding through the mud just to find your house key.