What Is An Open House?

Open houses are usually held on weekend afternoons for a few hours. During this time, your house will be open to anyone who wants to come look at it. Usually, your real estate agent or a real estate agent from their team will host the open house, showing potential buyers around and answering any questions they might have. As opposed to individual showings where one potential buyer can see your property at a time, with an open house, several groups can explore the property at their leisure. Sure, you might get s afew nosy neighbor groups, but for the most part, open houses can bring an incredible volume of potential offers to your home. When you’re getting ready for an open house, make sure that your home is clean, tidy, and free of clutter. While some people can see past clutter and mess, many people can’t, so this might turn off certain buyers. Additionally, make sure that you bring any pets with you or keep them secure in a certain room to avoid any unwanted encounters or escapes. Your realtor might also suggest a broker’s open house, which is a midweek window of showings where only real estate agents can come see your home. Then, they can take their findings to any clients that are looking for a home that might match what you’re selling.