REALTOR® SAFETY

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Know before
you go.

Safer engagements. Smarter interactions.

FOREWARN gives real estate professionals instant identity verification and risk assessment tools to help them better understand who they are meeting before a showing, listing appointment, or first client interaction.

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What is FOREWARN?

Designed for real estate professionals.

Real estate professionals regularly communicate and meet with people they have never met before. FOREWARN helps make proactive due diligence faster by providing identity and risk information using basic information such as a phone number.

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Verify Identity

Confirm who you are communicating with before scheduling or attending an appointment.

02

Assess Risk

Review available criminal-history information and approach interactions with greater awareness.

03

Confirm Assets

Review property and vehicle ownership information associated with a prospect.

04

Understand More

Review available phone numbers, address history, and other useful information.

IMPORTANT - COMPLIANCE:

As a professionally licensed agent, you can use FOREWARN to verify the identity and potential risks associated with your business prospects. Please note that you must limit your FOREWARN searches to professional use only. FOREWARN is only to be used for verifying inbound prospects that have initiated the interaction, such as when a potential buyer or seller have contacted you or initiated a request for information. The FOREWARN service is not to be used for marketing (e.g. prospecting for potential leads/clients) or to determine anyone's eligibility for credit, insurance, or employment, or for any other purpose regulated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Search activity is actively monitored (search terms and volume) to ensure proper use by our Subscribers as outlined in the Subscriber Agreement and the FOREWARN Terms and Conditions. Any use that is outside of the outlined proper usage that you agree to upon activating your account is prohibited and can result in your service being terminated. The specific compliance and use terms can be viewed here, however below are a few examples of ways you should NOT use FOREWARN:

  • DO NOT use FOREWARN to search for anyone who is not engaging in business with you (including, but not limited to celebrities, public figures, friends, family).
  • DO NOT share information from FOREWARN, or your FOREWARN access credentials, with any third-party and DO NOT publicly post such information.
  • DO NOT tell a prospect that they are not permitted, or unqualified, to purchase or sell a property because of information you obtain from FOREWARN.
  • DO NOT use information from FOREWARN to harass or intimidate anyone, or to otherwise violate applicable laws.
The above examples are NOT meant to be all-encompassing, and you should refer to the Subscriber Agreement and the FOREWARN Terms and Conditions for additional information. FOREWARN is a powerful tool intended for the increased safety and efficiency of your business. Proper use of the service by real estate professionals ensures that we can continue to provide this valuable tool to the industry.
2-Minute Overview

See FOREWARN in Action

In just two minutes, discover how FOREWARN helps REALTORS® verify identity, reduce risk, and approach every client interaction with greater confidence.

How It Works

Three simple steps before the meeting.

FOREWARN is designed to fit naturally into the way real estate professionals communicate with new prospects.

1

Receive a Call

Start with the information you already have, such as a phone number from a new prospect.

2

Check FOREWARN

Search available identity, property, criminal-history, vehicle, phone, address, and other information.

3

Know Before You Go

Use the information to better understand who you are working with before an in-person interaction.

Member Access

Activate your FOREWARN account.

FOREWARN provides activation instructions, training, search tips, and other resources through the FOREWARN Community.

  • Visit the FOREWARN login page and enter the email address associated with your account.
  • Open the activation email from FOREWARN and follow the account setup instructions.
  • Complete phone authentication and create your password.
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Maximize Your FOREWARN Experience.

Whether you're new to FOREWARN or looking to sharpen your skills, these complimentary live webinars will help you maximize the platform's safety features, learn best practices, discover Pro Tips, and gain confidence using FOREWARN in your everyday business.

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Get more from FOREWARN.

Access education, training, tips, and practical guidance for using FOREWARN effectively.

01

Activation Help

Find guidance for activating your account, setting your password, and getting started.

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Search Tips

Learn how to perform more effective searches and understand the information returned.

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Best Practices

Learn responsible ways to incorporate FOREWARN into your professional safety routine.

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Training

Access educational resources designed to help you become more confident using FOREWARN.

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REALTOR® Safety

Technology is one part of a complete safety plan.

Combine tools like FOREWARN with good situational awareness, communication, preparation, and REALTOR® safety best practices.

Before the Meeting

Research the client and property, share your plans with someone you trust, and prepare before meeting an unfamiliar prospect.

Travel & Showings

Consider your route, parking location, surroundings, and possible exits before entering a property.

During the Meeting

Stay aware of your surroundings and keep access to communication throughout the meeting.

Technology & Privacy

Protect personal information and use digital tools to support—not replace—good judgment.

Emergency Planning

Have a check-in process, know who to contact, and keep important numbers easily accessible.

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Know more. Prepare better.

Make FOREWARN part of your proactive approach to safer client interactions.

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