What To Do During A Home Showing

What To Do During A Home Showing
05-28-08

When it comes to selling a home you have to do just about anything to get buyers to look at your home. The best and easiest way to attract buyers to your home is by offering an open house. An open house is a time specified by the homeowner when prospective buyers can come in and look around your home. As the seller you have the power to determine when your home is viewable. Ideally you will want to have a realtor show your home and you will likewise want to make your home as available as possible for home showings.

Believe it or not, the exact time you list your home is very important. The best day and time to have an open house for your home is Saturday and Sunday between the hours of 12 pm and 4 pm. You need to make sure that you spend on advertising to get the word out about your property. You can actually advertise your property just by posting signs on street corners in your neighborhood. Flyers are another great, low cost way to get the word out about open house. In most areas there are dozens of public places who will allow you to post your flyer free of charge. But before you place any signs anywhere, always be sure to make sure you have permission first.

The outside of your home needs to be in top notch condition before you ever consider putting it on the market. The front entry way and the porch area are generally the things that buyers notice first. If it's within your budget you should really consider hiring a landscaping professional before any potential buyers see your house. The outside of your home is the most important part of generating interest and no expense should be spared in making the outside of your home look immaculate.

The inside of your home is all about space. Potential home buyers want to see open space within your home and this means your home needs to as free of clutter as possible. Clutter includes things like family photographs, superfluous furniture, and miscellaneous items. Neutral colors are also very important in conveying a since of open space. Lighter colors convey a sense of calmness and can make your home seem much more open. The smell of your home can actually have a big influence on buyers. Consider using scented candles throughout your house during a showing.

Perhaps the best way to make a good impression on buyers is to pay a company to stage your home. A professional home staging can give your home that added edge it needs to sell at full market price. Professional home staging is expensive but it can actually be a very good investment.

Mark E. Moebius
Miljonair Homes
Custom home builder St. Louis
3451 St. Albans Rd.
St. Albans, MO 63073
636.300.9000