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Burn with Kearns: Realtor Safety Month, Elevating Protection with Self Defense 4U – Kevin Kearns
by Coach Kevin Kearns, contributing fitness writer
As Realtors, your mission is to open doors—for clients and for dreams. But with that trust comes risk. That’s why Realtor Safety Month isn’t just a calendar event—it’s a reminder that safety must be a constant, vigilant mindset.
- The Hidden Danger in Every Showing
Working alone, often with strangers in empty homes—this is reality for many agents:
- NAR reports about 2% of their 1.5 million members—roughly 30,000 agents—experienced violent or property crime on the job. Nelandmark.com
- In 2022, 23 real estate professionals died due to job-related violence. Hearst Networks EMEA
- Up to 41% of agents fear for their personal safety during showings—32% specifically when meeting new clients at secluded locations. My State MLS
- A more recent breakdown shows:
- 50% faced some safety concern during showings
- 25% experienced physical assault
- 60% were verbally threatened or harassed
- 65% cited clients becoming aggressive or unpredictable as their top concern
- Only 30% regularly carry safety devices
- 65% have taken self-defense classes
- 75% would feel safer with more training ZipDo
These numbers aren’t trends—they’re an urgent call: realtor safety is a pressing, everyday issue.
- Self-Defense 4 U: Not Paranoia. Preparedness.
Self Defense 4 U, part of the Burn with Kearns suite, is a purposeful program crafted for professionals like Realtors, nurses, and business leaders.
- It’s designed to fit seamlessly into real-world professional life — not an unrealistic combat class, but practical techniques anyone can use immediately Rhode Island news+1.
- The focus? Situational awareness, mental preparedness, and verbal and physical boundary-setting—not fighting, but recognizing and preventing danger before it’s physical.
- As I shared in a “Just 2 Minutes” interview:
- The core is awareness, like noticing flow of movement, exits, and odd behaviors.
- Use everyday items (keys, bags) as improvised tools.
- Respond to threats with calm control, not panic Buzzsprout.
Real estate isn’t combat—but that doesn’t mean threats aren’t real. Preparedness isn’t paranoid—it’s responsible.
- Climb the Numbers—Flip Fear into Strategy
NAR’s 2024 Member Safety Report underscores how both risks and remediation co-exist:
- 67% of agents have safety protocols they follow consistently; 47% have taken self-defense classes cms.nar.realtor.
- When Realtors took safety courses, 71% reported feeling more prepared for unknown situations cms.nar.realtor.
- Despite the high incidence of fear and concern, only 33% are even aware of the REALTOR® Safety Program cms.nar.realtor.
There’s a gap—and that’s where Self Defense 4 U steps in, closing the space between fear and readiness.
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- Safety Isn’t Seasonal—It’s Daily Strategy
- One famous example: Beverly Carter, a top Arkansas agent, was kidnapped during what she thought was a routine showing — a haunting reminder that predators target vulnerability, not volume Hearst Networks EMEA.
- Yet, statistics show only 39% of agents have ever taken a self-defense class, and just 19% have done a REALTOR® safety course SPARK Benefits.
We must shift to a mindset where safety is everyday vigilance—not just a one-time workshop.
- Real Estate Safety: Actionable Insights
** Self-Defense Training ≠ Paranoia**
It’s about awareness, not alarm.
** Real scenarios demand skills**
Know your exits, trust your gut, use your voice, and act early.
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** Teach it, practice it, own it**
Safety practices lose their power if they’re only talked about once a year. Train like your safety matters—because it does.
Hashtags for Your Advocacy
#RealtorSafetyMonth
#SelfDefense4U
#BurnWithKearns
#SituationalAwareness
#TrainSmartStayReady
#RealtorTraining
#EveryDaySafety
#NotParanoidPrepared
Closing Thoughts
You open homes and build futures. Don’t let the number of showings or prospects overshadow the one person that truly matters—you. Real estate safety isn’t about fear—it’s about stepping into each opportunity with clarity, confidence, and readiness.
Let Self Defense 4 U be the edge that keeps you alive, safe, and thriving—not just this month, but every day.
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Self-Defense Strategies for Real Estate Professionals
Kevin Kearns discusses the unique challenges that real estate agents face, such as meeting strangers in intimate spaces like offices or homes, which necessitates a strong awareness of personal safety. He emphasizes the significance of mental and physical preparedness in these scenarios. Moreover, Kearns delves into the mental health aspect, highlighting the psychological stresses of the real estate profession. He shares his personal experiences with mental health challenges and offers insights on maintaining mental wellness, emphasizing the role of physical activity, social support, and open communication in mental health. This episode serves as an essential guide for real estate professionals, equipping them with strategies to ensure their physical safety and mental well-being in a demanding and often unpredictable industry.
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Coach Kevin Kearns is the founder of Burn with Kearns, a global training system with over 2,400 certified coaches. He has worked with UFC fighters, professional athletes, and everyday people for more than 30 years. At 59, he continues to teach and inspire people to live stronger, longer, and healthier lives.
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