Maximize Your Open House

Maximize Your Open House
By Grace on Jun 30, 2008 in Fun Stuff - VIP News

Open houses can be a valuable tool that your real estate will use to sell your home. Although often inconvenient for the sellers, open houses can attract many potential home buyers.
Once you have decided on an open house with your realtor, there are several things you’ll need to take care of beforehand.

Clean up!
Telling you to clean your home may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s the small things that you’ll need to make sure not to overlook. Straighten up cupboards and closets; remove shoes from the entryway; clear the kitchen counters of clutter; empty the sink of dirty dishes; and make the beds.

It’s All About the Details

Small details can make a huge impact when preparing your home for an open house. Open the curtains and open the windows, if possible, to allow fresh air to flow throughout your home. Use an air freshener to eliminate any stubborn odors.

Use fresh flowers as an inexpensive way to immediately brighten up a room. Sweep the front walkway and porch and add a pot of colorful flowers near the front door. Finally, turn on all the lights before leaving.

Although your agent will remain at your home during your open house, it is a good idea to remove or hide any jewelry, cash or small valuables before the open house.

You may also want to discuss details about the open house with your agent beforehand. Some of the questions you may want to ask are: Will you accompany guests as they walk through the house? Will you ask all guests to sign in upon arriving?

You real estate agent may also hold an agent’s open house, which will give area agents a chance to tour the home before bringing their clients.

Use your open house as an opportunity to wow potential buyers and watch the offers come rolling in!