How Home Sellers Spy on Buyers: ‘Consider Yourself in a Reality Show’
Summary
Some home sellers use hidden cameras and recording devices to watch and listen to potential buyers during property tours. This surveillance helps sellers protect their homes and learn buyers’ reactions, but many buyers feel uncomfortable and change how they behave during showings.Key Facts
- A survey of 2,000 consumers found 56% of home sellers used hidden cameras during buyer tours.
- 72% of buyers believe they have been watched while seeing homes.
- Sellers use cameras mainly for protection (61%) and to observe buyers’ likes and dislikes (19%).
- Buyers often avoid discussing budgets or offers inside the home due to fear of being recorded.
- About 64% of recent buyers worry sellers watch or listen during tours.
- Nearly 1 in 5 buyers have left a showing because they felt watched.
- Some buyers say recording equipment would make them less likely to make an offer.
- The legality of recording buyers depends on state laws and varies by location.
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