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Open house checklist for agents

A good open house is mostly done before the day. Plan it during the week, run it on the weekend, and follow up on Monday.

During the week

• Date and time agreed with the seller
• Listing photos and details live
• Posted and shared where you normally share listings
• Flyers or feature sheets printed
• Directional signs checked and enough of them
• Neighbors told (and invited to an early preview, if that's your style)
• Seller prep list sent: tidy, valuables away, pets out
• Sign-in sheet or tablet set up

Open-house kit for the day

• Directional signs and the open-house sign
• Sign-in sheet or tablet, plus pens
• Flyers and business cards
• Shoe covers
• Water and something simple for guests
• Phone charger
• Keys and lockbox access
• Notes on key features and nearby schools, parks and shops

On the day

• Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early: lights on, blinds open, a quick walk through every room.
• Put the signs out last, on the way in, so the route is fresh.
• Greet everyone, ask them to sign in, and note one detail about each person for your follow-up.
• Lock up and do a final walk-through before you leave.

Monday follow-up

• Thank-you texts or emails sent
• Every sign-in added to your follow-up list
• Seller updated with numbers and feedback
• Feedback noted for the listing
• Signs collected
• Next steps booked

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