Press Release

SENTRICARD(TM) "KEY" TO REALTOR(TM) LOCKBOX EFFECTIVENESS;
PROVIDES ENHANCED SECURITY, DATA OPTIONS

CHICAGO (April 12, 2005) - With the rash of data security breaches in the news, real estate professionals are educating themselves on all aspects of data protection. SentriLock, LLC, the manufacturer of REALTOR(TM) Lockboxes, has taken a leadership position in ensuring data security - from personal information to real estate information. The company's SentriCard(TM) uses advanced smart card technology to minimize security risk and protect lockbox users.

Credit cards and electronic cards often have magnetic strips on the back that can be accidentally or maliciously altered or erased. Smart card security comes from an embedded microprocessor - similar to what operates a computer - that stores and processes data. This includes authentication systems that prevent unauthorized use and control physical access to a secure location.

REALTOR(TM) Lockboxes use SentriCard smart cards that rely on two-factor authentication, the SentriCard itself and the agent's PIN code, dramatically enhancing the strength of the security system.

SentriCards offer agents additional functionality including access tracking and audit. Agents can retrieve data on the last 70 times the lockbox was accessed, including names of visiting agents, and date and time of access. Stored or transferred data is encrypted, as a further security measure.

SentriLock is also keeping its clients ahead of the technology curve.

"Our SentriCards have the potential to be integrated into the authentication process for other applications used by REALTORS®," said Scott Fisher, president, SentriLock, LLC. "An example might be MLS system access or other application that would benefit from increased authentication security. Every Association has its priorities, and we talk with each client about their specific needs."

REALTOR® Associations' first need was for an alternative.

"Our Members said they wanted a choice in the marketplace," said Bob Goldberg, Sr. Vice President, Marketing and Business Development, NAR. "In partnering with SentriLock we responded with a product that meets REALTORS® current needs, but more importantly can adapt to their future requirements. The SentriCard smart card technology puts us in that strong position."

Over 20,000 SentriCards are used daily by REALTORS® throughout the U.S.

REALTOR(TM) Lockboxes are sold through REALTOR® Associations and MLSs under contract with SentriLock. Associations and MLSs interested in more information should contact a SentriLock representative at 877-736-8745.

SentriLock is a REALTOR VIP® Alliance Program partner. NAR members enjoy the benefits of NAR's REALTOR VIP® Program, which is designed to help REALTORS® gain the advantages of group buying power, plan for the future, and expand their professional knowledge through its more than 50 publications and educational offerings. The more than 30 REALTOR VIP® strategic alliance partners, which make up the program, are leaders in their industries and committed to providing NAR members with special offerings tailored to their needs.

The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, "The Voice for Real Estate," is America's largest trade association, representing more than 1,000,000 members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.