How ShowingTime Works for Sellers and Tenants in Greensboro, NC

When you’re preparing to sell or rent out a home in Greensboro, one of the biggest questions is: “How will showings be scheduled?” That’s where ShowingTime comes in. ShowingTime is the industry-standard scheduling service used by REALTORS® in North Carolina to coordinate home tours. It gives sellers, landlords, and tenants peace of mind by providing proper notice, clear communication, and safe, professional access to the property.

Here’s what you need to know about how ShowingTime works—and what your lease says about showings.

ShowingTime for Sellers

1. Appointment Requests

   • Buyer’s agents request a showing through the ShowingTime app.

   • Sellers receive a text, email, or app notification with the request.

2. Approve or Decline

   • Sellers decide if the time works. They can approve, decline, or suggest a new time.

3. Set Showing Windows

   • Many sellers prefer to set “showing windows”—specific times when the property can be toured. This helps reduce last-minute interruptions.

4. Non-Resident Owners

   • Even if the owner does not live in the home, they may still choose to accompany prospective buyers or tenants during showings if desired.

5. Feedback from Buyers

   • After showings, ShowingTime collects feedback from the buyer’s agent.

   • Sellers get insight into how buyers feel about the property, condition, and pricing.

ShowingTime for Tenants

1. 24-Hour Notice Requirement

   • In North Carolina, landlords and agents must give tenants reasonable notice before entering a property. At Joy Watson Real Estate, we provide at least 24 hours’ notice for all showings.

   • ShowingTime delivers notifications by text or email so tenants know exactly when tours are scheduled.

2. Approval Options—With Limits

   • Tenants may confirm or request a different showing time.

   • However, tenants cannot repeatedly decline all showings or make the home unavailable. According to the NC Residential Rental Contract (Form 410-T, Paragraph 10: “Right of Entry”), landlords and agents have the legal right to enter during reasonable hours to show the home to prospective tenants or buyers.

3. Licensed and Bonded Agents

   • All showings are conducted by licensed, bonded real estate agents, ensuring safety and professionalism.

4. Do Tenants Need to Leave?

   • Tenants are not required to leave during a showing. However, best practice—for both sellers and tenants—is to step out so prospective buyers or renters feel comfortable envisioning themselves in the space.

5. Respecting Tenant Privacy

   • Even if tenants stay home, their privacy and belongings are respected. Buyers and agents know when a property is tenant-occupied.

Why Sellers and Tenants Like ShowingTime

✅ Convenient – No endless phone calls.
✅ Controlled Access – Owners and tenants approve or adjust requests.
✅ Safe – Only licensed, bonded agents can enter with confirmed appointments.
✅ Fair – Showings cannot be unreasonably denied when permitted by the lease.
✅ Transparent – Every request and confirmation is tracked.

Where to Find Showing Rules in Your Lease

Tenants often ask: “Am I required to allow showings?”

The answer is in your lease. Under the NC Residential Rental Contract (Form 410-T, Paragraph 10: “Right of Entry”), landlords, agents, and their representatives may enter the property during reasonable hours for showings to prospective purchasers or tenants.

This means tenants cannot make the property unavailable or decline all showing requests. Instead, the lease balances tenant privacy with the landlord’s right to market the home.

FAQ: ShowingTime and Tenant Rights in NC

❓ Do tenants have to leave during a showing?
No. Tenants are not required to leave, but it is best practice to step out so buyers or renters feel more comfortable.

❓ Can tenants refuse showings?
Tenants may request alternate times, but they cannot consistently refuse all showings. The lease (Paragraph 10: Right of Entry) gives landlords and agents access for showings during reasonable hours.

❓ Who supervises showings?
Only licensed and bonded real estate agents conduct showings, ensuring a safe and professional process.

❓ How much notice do tenants get?
Tenants must receive reasonable notice—at Joy Watson Real Estate, we always provide at least 24 hours.

Final Thoughts

Whether you are selling your home or renting it out, ShowingTime takes the stress out of scheduling tours. It provides proper notice, ensures safety with licensed and bonded agents, and respects tenant privacy while balancing the landlord’s right of entry. Sellers and tenants alike benefit from the convenience, security, and transparency of ShowingTime.

If you’re ready to sell or rent your Greensboro home with a streamlined, professional showing process, connect with me at JoyWatsonRealEstate.com.