There are many benefits to having an Open House when putting your home on the market. But, not all Open Houses are created equally. Below are a few tips that you can implement to generate buzz, and encourage offers on your home.

1.  Scent Free– A recent study showed that 30% of people claimed that scented products were irritating. Avoid irritating 30% of your potential buyers by avoiding scented candles, perfumes, and air fresheners. Give your home a deep cleaning, by shampooing your carpets, especially when pets are present in the home. Scent free is the best way to be!
2. Pet Free– Pets are an important member of our family, but fear, allergies, or damage caused by our furry friends can deter potential buyers from wanting to purchase your home. When having an Open House, put away all beds and toys, and eliminate any evidence or orders. Lastly, take your dog to the park with you, or drop of your cat at kitty daycare. They will love you for it and so will your buyers.
3. Stay Away– Although we would like to see who is coming into our home during an Open House, it can be off putting to you and the buyers. We all have our own taste in homes/decore and buyers critiquing the place you love can leave a sour taste in your mouth. Also, when the owner of a property is home, it deters buyers from being able to speak freely with their agent. Its best to let your agent hold your home open alone and find you a buyer!
4. Less Is More– Clean up clutter. The less items you have around the more of the home the buyer can see. Also, it allows potential buyers to visualize their belongings in a home. Put away unnecessary items and let your home shine!
5. Clean Out Closets– One of the biggest things potential buyers look at is potential storage space. Which means opening doors, and exposing items you thought might not otherwise be seen. Showcase your home’s storage capability and make a few extra bucks selling those ski’s you used once 6 years ago.
6. Close Toilet Lids/ Take Out Trash– One of the first things people notice when viewing a home are toilets and trash. Make sure that toilet lids are closed, and that your trash cans are empty. Having them open or full can be very off putting to potential buyers.
7. Light and Bright– Turn on all the lights and open all your shutters and blinds. When a home is properly lit, it makes your home appear larger and more welcoming. Also, when an open house is visually busy looking from the street, it attracts other potential buyers curious what all the hype is about!
8. Curb Appeal– The first thing buyers see is the front of your home. Be sure to mow the lawn, add fresh green landscaping, clean up cobwebs found around the front door and add a decorative wreath or furniture. Setting a positive tone for the rest of the home tour.
9. Slideshow: Create a slideshow of your home at different times of the year. This allows to potential buyers to see what their future home will look like when its proudly displaying Old Glory for the 4th of July, or lit up for the holidays. When buyers can visualize their life there, they are more likely to submit an offer.
10. Marketing Material: Talk to your agent about what marketing material they will be providing for the open house. Printing information a potential buyer can take with them will keep your home fresh in their mind after they leave. Also, any original documentation of the property such as plans, or permits for any additions are very attractive to buyer.

With just these few tips, and working with a knowledgeable Real Estate Agent in Santa Clarita, you are sure to sell your home quickly! If you are thinking about buying, selling contact us here, or give us a call at 661- 373- 2374.