Psst – there’s something you should realize when you decide to sell your home.
During an open house, buyers will look through your closets, traipse through your bedroom or dig around your basement. While this might feel like an awkward invasion of your privacy, it is a must-do investigation aimed at helping the buyer to make thoughtful decisions. Here’s why it’s okay to snoop at an open house.
- An opportunity for buyers to know the home’s condition
Buying a house is the largest investment a person can make. Buyers will want to learn the pros and cons of buying a specific house. Buying a house is all about buying a dream and you want to give prospective buyers a chance to dream while they are in the house. - Get multiple offers in a few weeks
Many people feel open houses are flocked by looky loos (aka nosy neighbors) who aren’t really interested in buying your home. Yes, neighbors can be nosy; however, don’t forget that they have family, friends and colleagues who might be interested in moving to the area. - It isn’t all that difficult to keep your home secure
Strangers will come to your open house whose character and background you are not aware of. Open houses have been linked to theft. However, what most people don’t understand is that it’s not hard to control what’s going on to ensure the security of your house and your belongings. When selling your home, you need to secure valuable items such as jewelry, prescription medications, and blank checks and not just hide them in a drawer. Remember to also secure personal information and passwords and keep your computer off when you have visitors. - Increased chances of getting a quicker sale
Holding an open house to sell your home can actually increase your chances of a quick sale. If numerous people are touring your home–whether they actually have an interest or not, it gives a serious buyer the impression they may lose an opportunity if they delay an offer. Moreover, you could end up getting more than your initial asking price or something close to it. This can be as a result of having many people who attend the open house compete to make their bids.
Hosting an open house is all about sharing all the great reasons that should make individuals buy what you are offering by making the evaluation themselves. Among those who come to snoop, there will be some who will find your home to be all that they ever dreamed of.
Be a good neighbor and share this:
CBR, SRES - Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
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As an experienced professional Neil will do the leg work, keeping you up-to-date with new listings and the various market conditions that may impact the home purchase process. Sellers can also benefit from his skills in finance, negotiation, contractual agreements, and RE marketing. Call today and allow Neil to guide you through the complexities of buying or selling your home, eliminating hassles, and stress.
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