Remember the last time you frantically hurried to clean your house before guests arrived? Preparing a home to show can be stressful, as sellers work to present their property at its best — including those long-ignored, dusty corners. Now imagine doing that repeatedly for people you’ve never met, relying on the professionalism of the agents involved in the showing to keep their appointment and ensure the property is secure.
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PRACTICE ADVICE Feb. 03, 2026 Show like a pro
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY Jan. 20, 2025 New features with the new lockbox model
During the busy holiday season, sellers may struggle to prepare their property for showings. Here are some quick tips to help manage this.
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY Nov. 05, 2024 Lobbybox access for non-members
In real estate, changes to showing appointments are sometimes unavoidable. Here are best practices for cancelling and rescheduling showings to ensure professionalism and respect.
PRACTICE ADVICE April 30, 2024 The importance of lobbybox etiquette
We’ve noticed more members dealing with overlapping showings, and there’s, shall we say, some frustration. The spring market demand is here, but the inventory isn’t, which is leading to new properties being overwhelmed by showing requests.
CREB® NEWS Dec. 19, 2023 COVID-19 rule relaxations phased out
With the provincial government signalling the conclusion of the pandemic status by lifting community health and safety protocols, stakeholders in the real estate sector, including sellers, buyers, occupants, and agents, are increasingly at ease with accommodating property showings.
Updating, checking, and following instructions on ShowingTime™ ensures a smooth showing process for buyers and sellers.
CREB® NEWS Dec. 05, 2023 Home for the holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, busy home sellers may not be able to prepare for a property showing. Here’s some quick tips on what to do.




