Open houses are an opportunity for potential buyers to come see your real estate listing. If done properly, you can attract many qualified buyers and close the sale quickly. Make the most of your time by using some of the following tips for holding open houses.

3 Real Estate Strategies for Open Houses

1. Postpone Private Showings

Consider not allowing any private showings before your first open house during the week it’s put on the real estate market. This way, all the buyers who are interested in the home will come to the open house. As they attend and see all the other interested parties, they will be more motivated to make a desirable offer right away. You can hold showings as normal after the first open house.

2. Advertise

Advertising an open house requires more than putting up some directional signs on the day of. Most buyers now look online, so advertise there. If you want more eyes on the ad, you can even buy a targeted Facebook or Instagram ad.

3. Prepare the Premises

Some simple work will make the home look much more desirable. Sellers should thoroughly clean the home and put away all personal items. Arrive early yourself to prepare the home. Turn on every light in the house, open all the window coverings, play soft music, and remove all vehicles from the driveway. Avoid synthetic air fresheners, since some people may be allergic to them. Set out any appropriate paperwork, such as listing brochures, appraisals inspections reports, warranties, and blueprints for renovations.

If you’re looking to sell a home, working with the right Realtor® will make all the difference in your sale. Big Journey Homes – Lauri Bauman is an experienced real estate expert in Denton, Lake Dallas, Frisco, Flower Mound, Argyle, McKinney, and Corinth, TX. She will maximize every aspect of your sale, including the open house, to get top dollar for your home. Reach out online, call the office at (940) 321-5111, or text her at (214) 566-1088 to schedule a consultation.