Preparing for an Open House

Here are a few tips on preparing for an Open House

1) The first thing to do is take a look around your home and make notes of any small repairs or items that need immediate attention. Make sure that none of the rooms have bad odors that could possible turn any potential buyers away.

2) De-clutter and de-personalize: Put away any knick-knacks and remove any over-sized furniture. Remove personal photographs. Make sure the refrigerator is free of magnets, clippings, etc.

3) Make sure all windows are clean including screens and window seals. All blinds should be open and the lights should be on. The brighter the room the larger it will look. Make sure all light bulbs are working.

4) Make sure that the house is neat and clean. A clean house gives the impression that “this house needs no repairs and is ready to move into”.

5) Make sure that the front entry way is clear of debris including dust, webs and dirt. Replace your front door mat if needed.
6) Empty all trash, make sure trash cans are either removed from a conspicuous area and/or that the smell clean and fresh.
8) Flush all toilets often and make sure lids are always down.
7) Outside, cut the yard and weed the flower beds.
These are small things but are significant to making your listing feel inviting and your Open House Guests feel “at home”.