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5,112,471
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I usually start doing so and typically people say it's not necessary. I just say I do it in my own home and like to respect my clients' homes the same way.

Mar 31, 2017 04:56 AM
Rainmaker
564,494
Maria Sapio
Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA
Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I'll ask when greeted at the door if they would like me to remove my shoes...

Mar 31, 2017 05:10 AM
Rainmaker
1,712,776
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Depends on the weather and the floor.

Mar 31, 2017 05:01 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

No.

However, if the pathway to the door included 7 inches of new snow, or the 4 inch Florida cloud burst, I would do so.

 

Mar 31, 2017 04:56 AM
Rainmaker
5,772,581
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Nancy,

I do that at home, and what Nina Hollander said.  A

Mar 31, 2017 11:18 AM
Rainmaker
5,027,077
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

For some cultures yes..they expect it..I usually offer and if not necessary they will tell me.

Mar 31, 2017 05:38 AM
Rainmaker
151,633
Julie Larson Realtor® Sarasota FL 941-284-9826
White Sands Realty Group FL | 941-284-9826 | Serving Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties - Sarasota, FL
When you're thinking of moving...ThinkSuncoast.com

No, unless I see all their shoes at the front door - then I'll ask if they want me to take off my shoes. 

Mar 31, 2017 05:29 AM
Rainmaker
2,191,798
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

If asked

Mar 31, 2017 05:05 AM
Rainmaker
715,782
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

I would ask the seller if he/she would like shoes off. 

Mar 31, 2017 09:39 AM
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1,457,019
Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

It would depend on the weather, the season, the situation.  Never in the summer if I'm in sandals: I'm not walking barefoot in anyone's home but my own!

Mar 31, 2017 08:19 AM
Rainmaker
1,241,754
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

If you come to my house w shoes on, I will hire a shoeless agent.

Mar 31, 2017 08:10 AM
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Ditto to what Nina Hollander said.  However, I've been in a few homes I barely wanted to breathe, let alone remove my shoes.  

Mar 31, 2017 06:51 AM
Rainmaker
5,239,001
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

I do not, but certainly would if requested!

Mar 31, 2017 06:37 AM
Rainmaker
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Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

No

Mar 31, 2017 06:05 AM
Rainmaker
853,012
Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

No, but I'm sure to wipe them good (assuming there's a mat upon my entrance) and I do ask if they would prefer they be removed (& if it's nasty out would just do it anyway).  I also make sure to notice what the homeowner is doing and take a cue from them....

Mar 31, 2017 05:51 AM
Rainmaker
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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 nailed this one!

Mar 31, 2017 05:23 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

A force of habit unless it is a rehab!

Mar 31, 2017 05:03 AM
Rainmaker
4,319,773
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Nancy Robinson Ranked #111 by Real Trends/Wall Street Journal - oh yes, that is common courtesy for Indian families.

Mar 31, 2017 11:37 PM
Rainmaker
766,079
Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

I never take my shoes off unless it is required.  Then I hope I'm not wearing my religious socks.  (Holy)

Mar 31, 2017 09:04 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

If needed.

I prefer those that do not require this.

Mar 31, 2017 07:35 PM
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Lori Feely
Keller Williams - Oakdale, PA
Real Estate Agent serving Pittsburgh & surrounding

I always ask if they woud like me to leave my shoes at the door.

Mar 31, 2017 12:50 PM
Rainmaker
1,157,791
FN LN
Toronto, ON

Depends on the location and what is appropriate for the situation.

Mar 31, 2017 12:35 PM
Rainmaker
679,235
John Slocum
Premiere Property Group, LLC - Vancouver Washington - Vancouver, WA
Broker, SFR - Vancouver WA Real Estate

Usually take them off, especially if the home is clean and warm.

Mar 31, 2017 11:57 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I do if it is wet, snowy or muddy or asked, but never in a REO

Mar 31, 2017 10:03 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,328
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

yes, unless it's a handyman special....

Mar 31, 2017 08:14 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

I ask.  

If I recall there were a couple of blog posts about this topic a couple of years ago with opposing viewpoints on this exact question. I'll have to look for them. -Kasey

Mar 31, 2017 07:59 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Yes. Absolutely.  I carry a fresh pair of booties with me to cover my feet.

Mar 31, 2017 07:57 AM
Rainmaker
1,846,901
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Yes sometimes, other times I ask permission to keep them on. I'm always freezing.

Mar 31, 2017 07:43 AM
Rainmaker
1,728,156
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

At the front door, unless a dirt floor

Mar 31, 2017 06:58 AM
Rainmaker
7,863,184
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

No.

Mar 31, 2017 06:57 AM
Rainmaker
991,252
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

For an appointment? only if asked

Mar 31, 2017 06:11 AM
Rainmaker
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Not unless it is brought up.

Mar 31, 2017 05:16 AM
Rainmaker
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Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

Seems like I am very late to this question and you already have great answers 

Mar 10, 2018 07:22 PM
Rainmaker
4,960,449
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

If that is in the showing instructions.

Apr 02, 2017 05:22 PM
Rainmaker
5,877,335
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

I always offer first to remove my shoes.

Apr 02, 2017 03:32 PM
Rainmaker
4,800,132
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Not unless requested.

Apr 02, 2017 05:56 AM
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1,624,653
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Depends on the house. I do not mind removing my shoes and always make  a gesture to do so, unless they insist on keeping my shoes on. 

Mar 31, 2017 11:31 PM
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I ask them if they would like me to remove my shoes.  They always thank me for asking, whether or not they want me to.  It's a good way to start off on the right FOOT! 

Mar 31, 2017 09:47 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,308
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

It depends but normally I do

Mar 31, 2017 07:00 PM
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Not here in Phoenix - just not necessary with our tile and wood floors for the most part - and not much rain and no snow - lol

Mar 31, 2017 04:52 PM
Rainmaker
1,506,013
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

No, doctor's orders.  If needed I'll grab my booties from the car.  Plus, I wear boots.  The take forever to put on and off, so not a chance.

Mar 31, 2017 03:27 PM
Rainer
259,055
Mick Michaud
Distinctly Texas Lifestyle Properties, LLC Office:682/498-3107 - Granbury, TX
Your Texas Lifestyle is Here!

Not generally unless it's an asian family that is not wearing street shoes in the house.

Mar 31, 2017 01:35 PM
Rainmaker
3,988,013
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Not generally unless my shoes are dirty/muddy and then I would leave them at the door.

Mar 31, 2017 10:28 AM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

I ask if I should. I never wear shoes at home and often am barefoot so it's not a big deal. But no barefootin' at a listing appointment

Mar 31, 2017 08:09 AM
Rainmaker
2,784,566
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

I survey the situation and act accordingly

Mar 31, 2017 07:29 AM
Rainmaker
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Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

I let the seller let me know

Mar 31, 2017 07:03 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Nancy Robinson Ranked #111 by Real Trends/Wall Street Journal No unless the owner asks.

Mar 31, 2017 05:57 AM