TIPS FOR SHOWING YOUR HOME
If this is the first time you are showing your home by yourself without an agent, there are definitely a couple of things that you will need to take note of to ensure that this process goes as smoothly as possible with few to no errors:
Keep Your Home Clean and Organized
There really is no sense in running around panicking the day of the open house. Clean and organize your home at least three days before the showing so that you can get a feel for the real standout areas, anywhere you would like to show off more, before the open house.
Be as Flexible as Possible
Offer times for the open house that work best for you, but ensure that you at least attempt to stretch your availability into multiple time slots if you can to accommodate potential buyers. It’s also a good idea to take some time for a showing on “bank” holidays, such as Veteran’s Day or President’s Day, as well as Saturdays and Sundays. This will allow for a wider range of people to have a chance to come to your showings.
Be Friendly, But Not Completely Open
Being warm to a potential buyer is completely fine, but don’t pretend to be their best friend. Do not, under any circumstance, let your guard down unless you know the person through your personal life or a friend or family friend. Ask each buyer individually about the characteristics they are searching for, or which are most important to them in their search
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