Set booking rules
- Ask agents to schedule ahead and give the buyer’s name.
- Confirm the buyer has a signed agreement with their agent; REALTOR® agents now sign one before touring.
- Keep a log of who visited and when.
Prepare the house
- Lock away jewelry, medications, mail and documents.
- Turn on lights, open blinds and set a comfortable temperature.
- Plan for pets to be away or secured.
Lockbox or host it yourself?
A lockbox makes showings easier for agents, but you’re trusting each agent with access. Many owners host showings for the first few weeks, then decide. Follow whatever your listing terms allow.
Ask for feedback
After each showing, ask the agent one question: what would stop your buyer from making an offer? Patterns in the answers tell you whether price, condition or presentation needs work.
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