What are the biggest open house mistakes?

What are the biggest open house mistakes?

1. Leaving the pets at home during the open. Not only is it dangerous, but many buyers are not as pet friendly as we might be. Pet’s being home may make them not even enter the house.

2. Staying home during the open house. Buyers are intimidated by the presence of the owner while looking at the house.

3. Cooking food right before the open house. Smells bother people.

4. Leaving clutter. Try to de-clutter before the open house. Many people cannot see beyond the laundry and messy beds.

5. Dirty carpet. Try to have your carpets cleaned before the open.

6. Leaving expensive jewelry out in plain sight. Agents do try to watch all visitors, but they can’t be everywhere. Protect yourself by taking your valuables
with you.

If you take the time to prepare properly and avoid these mistakes you will have a successful open house.