Des Moines Realtor Safety Pledge Born From Ashley Oakland Case

Des Moines realtor safety pledge born from Ashley Oakland case

Authorities have made a breakthrough in the 15-year-old cold case of realtor Ashley Oakland, whose death significantly impacted real estate industry practices.

Ashley Okland's death 15 years ago changed how real estate professionals approach safety on the job

How realtors in Iowa prioritize safety after Ashley Okland's death

DES MOINES, Iowa – Following Ashley Okland's death in 2011, the Real Estate industry enhanced safety protocols for realtors hosting open houses and meeting with potential buyers. The Des Moines Area Association of Realtors introduced a safety pledge for brokers and real estate companies. That policy included a contract between a realtor and a seller [...]