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Aug 10, 2016 · What is an open house? How do open houses work? Who hosts an open house? How to prepare for an open house; How to attend an open house; Open house tips for buyers; For decades, sellers and their agents have been using open houses to help generate interest in their listings.
Apr 30, 2024 · Open House Etiquette Do’s and Don’ts: Faux Pas to Avoid. Checking out open houses on the weekend can be a fun way to spend a day whether or not you’re in the market for a home. Read this list...
Nov 26, 2019 · Learn what to do for a real estate open house by following this open house preparation checklist. Find open house tips to guide you through getting ready for an open house, best open house times to compete and advertising ideas.
- The Value of Open Houses
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- Preparing For An Open House
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The Benefits of an Open House(link is external) (S.H. June, Jan. 31, 2024) Unlike traditional viewings where individual appointments are necessary, open houses allow sellers and agents to connect with multiple buyers simultaneously. This face-to-face interaction offers unique opportunities for personalized engagement with potential buyers—answering...
The Ultimate List of Open House Ideas for 2024(link is external) (Market Leader, Jan. 11, 2024) Here are some outside-the-box real estate open house ideas to make it more than just that – a house that happens to be open. 1. Have live music playing in the living room or out in the backyard. 2. Make it a fundraiser for a local charity. 3. Showcase lo...
How to Prepare Your Home for an Open House(link is external) (Seattle Staged To Sell, Sep. 13, 2023) While your vibrant orange accent wall might be your pride and joy, it might not resonate with everyone. Opt for neutral paint colors that provide a blank canvas for buyers. Soft, muted tones create an inviting and versatile backdrop that allows pote...
How to Keep Your Home Safe During an Open House(link is external) (Realty Times, Feb. 25, 2024) Doing a sweep of medicine cabinets is another important step. Thieves have been known to target open houses specifically for the purpose of finding prescription drugs. How to Avoid Getting Robbed from an Open House(link is external) (Maximum Real Estate ...
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The following eBooks and digital audiobooks are available to NAR members: Consider It Sold(link is external)(eBook) Do Your Own Home Staging(link is external)(eBook) Home Makeovers That Sell(link is external)(eBook) Home Sweet Home Staging(link is external)(eBook) Home Staging(link is external)(eBook) Home Staging That Works: Sell Your Home in Less Time for More Money(link is external)(eBook) Secrets of Home Staging(link is external)(Audiobook) Seven Steps To Sold(link is external)(eBook) The...
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As a member benefit, the following resources and more are available for loan through the NAR Library. Items will be mailed directly to you or made available for pickup at the REALTOR® Building in Chicago. Your Key to Open House Success: Advanced Strategies for Real Estate Agents of All Levels(link is external)(Charleston, SC: Jands Publishing, 2015) HF 5387 En7 Home Staging: the Winning Way to Sell Your House for More Money(link is external)(Hoboken, NJ: Wiley, 2006) HF 5438 Sch9 Home Staging...
- Quick gut check: Is this open house worth it? Before you work yourself into a complete froth over this event—cleaning bucket in one hand, trash bag in another—do a quick reality check on whether an open house is necessary in the first place.
- Pack, sort, and purge. Depending on the size of your home, you can stretch the decluttering process to a few months before you list, but experts HomeLight spoke with recommend allowing at least a month.
- Freshen up paint where needed on the inside and outside of the house. If you’ve lived in your house for any length of time, chances are, you’ll need to paint something before you sell your house, whether it’s the front door, exterior trim, an out-of-date bathroom, kitchen cabinets, or a bedroom.
- Evaluate your furniture with a fresh eye. Is your furniture oversized for your house? Too ornate for a home with traditional architecture? Furniture that doesn’t look like it belongs in the space will create visual dissonance for open house visitors.
Sep 2, 2020 · An open house can bring the perfect buyer to the table, or spark a bidding war. The trick is—you have to do the open house right, or you’ll waste your time.
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Aug 16, 2021 · March 31, 2023. Attending an open house is a great opportunity to get a close look at a property you're interested in buying. Dress comfortably but put together, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Here are some things to look for: General condition of the property. Layout and flow. Storage. Neighborhood and neighbors. Privacy.
