When The Agent Shows The House

Three’s A Crowd

• Avoid having too many people present during inspections.  The potential buyer will feel like an intruder and will hurry through the house.

Music Is Mellow

• But not when showing a house.  Turn off the blaring radio or television.  Let the salesman and buyer talk, free of disturbances.

Pets Underfoot?

• Keep them out of the way- preferably out of the house.

Silence Is Golden

• Be courteous but don’t force conversation with the potential buyer.  He wants to inspect your house, not pay a social call.

Be It Ever So Humble

• Never apologize for the appearance of your home.  After all, it has been lived in.  Let the trained salesman answer any objections.  This is his job.

In The Background

• The salesman knows the buyers requirements and can better emphasize the features of your home when you don’t tag along.  You will be called if needed.

Why Put The Cart Before The Horse?

• Trying to dispose of furniture and furnishings to the potential buyer before he has purchased the house often loses a sale.

A Word To The Wise

• Let your Realtor discuss price terms, possession and other factors with the customer.  He is eminently qualified to bring negotiations to a favorable conclusion.

Use Your Agent

• Show your home to prospective customers by appointment through your agent.  Your cooperation will be appreciated and will help close the sale more quickly.