Step 11: Time For Showings

Have your home look just like it did for the photographs (clean, dishes put away, beds made, pet bowls and kid’s toys put away, etc.)
Put all toilet lids down.
Open all curtains/blinds.
Turn on all lights.
Hide any valuables such as jewelry, prescription meds, etc., or better yet, take them with you.
Hide all mail with your name on it, as we don’t want potential buyers to know who you are.
Turn off alarm systems and unlock all doors. Take pets with you or place them in crates.

Showings usually last 15 – 30 minutes. However, in case clients come early, I like to have you out 15 minutes before the showing is scheduled to start and stay out for at least 45 minutes in case the buyer is running late or the showing goes long (that’s a good thing and usually means they like your home!). Therefore, plan to be gone for 45 minutes to 1 hour for each showing.
Once the brochures/BLC listing sheets arrive, please leave them on your foyer or dining table for showings.
After the showing, the buyer’s Realtor will automatically get an email asking for feedback. Generally, only about 30% of Realtors fill it out. If we receive feedback, I will immediately forward it to you via email to review. Don’t be surprised when we don’t get feedback but don’t be offended by feedback either.