Important Note: 3-4 days before the open house you should put a open house sign in the yard. Also, Before the open house you should door knock the neighborhood and invite the neighbors. It has been proven that you can get buyers/sellers in the neighborhood before the open house. You may get
buyers/sellers from door knocking.
Start prepping the house and putting out signs at least 2 hours before the event.
- Directional signs (30+ minimum. Remember, 80% of your visitors will be unrepresented buyers, sellers, or both). Always use most if not all your signs to make it look like an event. This drives traffic to your open house. The more signs the better. Put your last name on the small directional signs not the property address. Depending on the house you may need 40, 50, or even 60. Put out signs outside in...Pick them up inside out. Always prepare the house first before you put out signs. Bring 2 sets of clothes)
- Buyer Contract (Blank)
- Listing Contract (Blank)
- Property Flyer (10-15)
- Feedback form (preferred over sign in sheet) (10-15)
- Buying & Selling Guide w/Agents info (print at least 7-10)
- Agent MLS Printout with property details
- Printout of Comps
- Recent Sales
- Pending Sales
- Active listings
- Music
- Promotional Giveaway (Use a whiteboard to display the offer)
- Refreshments & napkins
- Laptop
- Business Cards (Agent & Preferred Lender)
- Open House banners CLICK HERE FOR EXAMPLES
- Candles (Generic color)
- Table & chairs (needed to display agent items and at vacant homes. Chairs only needed for vacant homes)
- Whiteboard to write promotional offer
Additional Items you may need
- Light bulbs
- Broom
- Paper towels
Note: Never park in front of the house. This is for guests. It also allows people to see the open house signs as they drive by.