Open houses are a debatable topic with real estate agents. Some say they aren’t necessary in the age of the internet when options can be narrowed online. Others argue that closing yourself off will limit the number of possible buyers.
What everybody agrees on is that hosting a successful open house is an art that requires some tricks to pull off. Here are five to try out.
Choose Wise Hours
Find out the most popular hours for open houses in the neighborhood and coordinate around those times. If most open houses end at 4 p.m. then consider ending an hour later at 5 p.m.
This extra hour will bring in house hunters who went the entire day without finding something they wanted as well as people who rushed through every other open house so they could see them all. If there are no other open houses then there’s no reason to rush.
Embrace Technology
Most buyers, especially young ones, are starting their home search online. New apps and websites are launching every day and staying up to date on the newest real estate tech hangouts will allow a seller to hit the popular sites as well as advertise to tech-savvy buyers who are embracing new hotspots.
Change Up The Signs
Not only should there be a lot of signage, but the signs should be tailored towards different demographics. Wealthier areas should be signed with tasteful and professional signs while some cute, handwritten signs will bring in the bargain hunters who are looking for something affordable.
De-Personalize Everything
Every buyer needs to be able to see him or herself living in the home. Anything controversial or personal will remind them of the people living there now and get in the way of their imagination running wild. Clean out anything political, controversial or family related before opening the doors.
Learn From The Criticism
An unsuccessful open house is an opportunity to remain open minded and discover exactly what pushed away a day’s worth of potential buyers. Any criticism or feedback should be used to make changes before the next open house so that the same mistakes aren’t repeated on a new group.
What works for one region may not work for another and only a real estate professional with experience in the area will know what tips have proven successful in your neighborhood. Give me a call for tips that will work for you – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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4151 S Plasma --
Mesa, AZ 85212
$499,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,567
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6650303
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Premium lot with a big backyard surrounded by single story homes for privacy. This 3-bedroom 2-bathroom home is located in the desirable Eastmark community. Tile throughout with carpet in the bedrooms. Large kitchen island with Granite countertops. Plantation shutters on the windows facing the front of the house. SELLER TO CONTRIBUTE $5,000 TOWARDS BUYERS CLOSING COSTS.
4133 E Tanglewood Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85048
$499,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,350
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6636104
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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13737 W Linanthus Road
Peoria, AZ 85383
$499,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6642234
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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4066 E Cathy Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85296
$499,900
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,303
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6637333
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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2232 E Branham Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85042
$499,900
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,343
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6638162
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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2513 E Hartford Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85032
$499,900
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,856
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6639838
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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7527 E Pleasant Run
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
$499,900
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,362
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6644372
Property Type
Townhouse
Price Type
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4195 E Third Fairway Drive
Rimrock, AZ 86335
$499,900
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,800
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6646037
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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11207 S Iroquois Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85044
$499,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,143
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6679134
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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5 N 119th Avenue
Avondale, AZ 85323
$499,900
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,687
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6662962
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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16668 W Pierce Street
Goodyear, AZ 85338
$499,900
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,862
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6689544
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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21838 N Scott Court
Maricopa, AZ 85138
$499,900
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,312
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6673046
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Golf course lot! iIncredible 3-bed + Den home sitting on a golf course lot of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desired Rancho El Dorado Community! RV gate, 2-car garage, and manicured landscaping welcome you. Enter to see a formal living & dining room, designer paint, a double-door entrance den, and high vaulted ceilings. You will love the family room boasting wood floors, built-in niches, a gas fireplace, and backyard access! The eat-in kitchen features an island w/breakfast bar, a walk-in pantry, oak cabinets, a chic backsplash, granite counters, and SS appliances. The oversize main bedroom has access to the backyard and an ensuite w/dual sinks & walk-in closet. Oasis-style backyard highlights a blue pool w/water feature, a covered patio, a storage shed, and multiple seating areas. Close to schools and shopping.
