
SHOWING SERVICE POLICY
(Policies & Guidelines)
Effective Date: 4/30/26
1. Overview
ShowMate is a platform designed to connect licensed real estate professionals (“Requesting Agents”) with licensed real estate professionals (“Showing Agents”) for property showings, inspection attendance, and related support services.
By using ShowMate, all users agree to comply with this policy.
2. Agent Eligibility
All agents must:
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Hold an active real estate license
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Be in good standing with their brokerage
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Provide accurate and truthful information
We reserve the right to verify licensing at any time.
3. Booking Requirements
Requesting Agents must provide:
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Accurate property address
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Appointment date and time
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Access instructions
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Client details as necessary for service fulfillment
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Any special instructions relevant to the appointment
Failure to provide accurate information may result in cancellation or service delays.
4. Scope of Service
Showing Agents are responsible for:
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Attending the scheduled showing
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Providing professional access to the property
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Answering general property questions without misrepresentation
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Respecting the client and property at all times
Showing Agents are not responsible for:
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Negotiations
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Contracts
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Representation agreements
5. Payment Policy
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Payment is due at the time of booking or upon confirmation
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Fees are set per showing and may vary based on urgency or add-ons
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Showing Agents are compensated after successful completion of the showing
6. Cancellation Policy
By Requesting Agent:
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Cancellations must be made at least 1 hours in advance
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Late cancellations may result in a cancellation fee
By Showing Agent:
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Must notify immediately if unable to attend
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Repeated cancellations may result in removal from the platform
7. Professional Conduct
All agents must:
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Arrive on time
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Dress appropriately
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Communicate respectfully
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Follow all local real estate laws and MLS rules
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Respect client confidentiality
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Respect the property and occupants
Failure to maintain professional standards may result in account suspension or removal.
8. Liability Disclaimer
All information shared through ShowMate, including client details, property information, and appointment instructions, must remain confidential and used solely for the purpose of fulfilling the assignment.
Unauthorized sharing of confidential information is prohibited.
9. Ratings and Accountability
Agents may be reviewed based on:
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Professionalism
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Timeliness
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Communication
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Service quality
ShowMate reserves the right to remove users based on repeated negative performance or policy violations.
10. Video and Reporting Add-On Policy
If a video walkthrough or written report is requested:
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Showing Agents must provide accurate and professional documentation
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Content must not be misleading
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Delivery must be completed within the agreed timeframe
11. Compliance Responsibility
Each user is solely responsible for compliance with:
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Real estate licensing laws
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Brokerage policies
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MLS rules
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Local property access requirements
12. Policy Modifications
ShowMate reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any updated policies