Keys to a Successful Open House

One great way to attract potential buyers to your home is by hosting an open house. Your agent is responsible for hosting the event; however, there's a number of responsibilities that fall to you as the homeowner. Read these three tips below to have a more successful open house.

1) Declutter. Put away kitchen appliances that take up counter space, heaps of books on end tables, and excessive personal mementos such as pictures. This will make the space look cleaner and bigger. It will also help potential buyers picture the home as their own. Consider storing extra furniture where it can't be seen, but don't stop there. It's best if you are out of sight during the open house. This will make potential buyers feel more comfortable and more willing to ask questions and spend time in your home.

2) Spend some money. It doesn't have to be a fortune, but hiring a cleaning service, buying new towels for your kitchen and bathrooms, and making minor repairs (fix leaky facets and replace burnt out lightbulbs) will show potential buyers that your home is well maintained.

3) Set the stage. You want potential buyers to get the best impression of your home. Take a few minutes to set the table, bathe pets and shampoo carpets to neutralize odors, and mow the lawn and pull the weeds in your front yard to enhance curb appeal. Curb appeal is incredibly important, as it informs a  potential buyer's first impression.

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