Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Open House-Yes or No
Some home owners insist on having an open house, however only 1-5% of homes are sold from an open house! There are three reasons that open houses are held. 1) The agent is hoping to meet new prospective buyers. 2) The agent wants to make the seller feel like they are really working hard (guilt). 3) It could sell!
As a homeowner, be aware that strangers will be coming into your property and viewing your personal items. Be careful to keep valuables stored somewhere safe during the open house.
As an agent the visitors are not prequalified and may be unable to buy the property anyway.
For the high end market, almost all viewing is done by appointment.
As a homeowner, be aware that strangers will be coming into your property and viewing your personal items. Be careful to keep valuables stored somewhere safe during the open house.
As an agent the visitors are not prequalified and may be unable to buy the property anyway.
For the high end market, almost all viewing is done by appointment.
