Look in your local newspaper, in the classified real estate section, to determine which is the most popular day for your open house.
 

Schedule your open house at least one week in advance.
 

Restrict the total open house to 3 or 4 (i.e., 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) to reduce your wear and tear of waiting for buyers. It also increases the odds of people visiting simultaneously. This may be a bit hectic, but it enhances the sales atmosphere by creating interest when one prospect sees another looking at the house at the same time they are.
 

Place directional arrows from about three or four blocks away toward your home.
 

Place a very visible open house yard sign in front.
 

Leave space for visitors to park.
 

Remove all debris from in front of the house.
 

Your front porch area and entry way should sparkle!
 

Turn on all lights, including closets and open draperies.
 

Place your brochure and all printed material in the entry area.
 

Remove info box flyers and make your visitors come in the house.
 

Have extra clean bathrooms and close all toilet lids.
 

If the home features very organized closets, open a few for inspection.
 

Verify that valuables have not been left where accessible.
 

Tune in soft music from the same radio station in each available room.
 

Consider a guest registration book for visitors to sign. It enables you to follow up with prospective buyers and for your safety records who was in your home.
 

Smile! Be happy! Show that you love the house even if you're sad and reluctant to move. Many Sellers think showing this sadness will reflect as "leaving such a wonderful home" and further encourage the buyer to grab it up! Instead, this actually makes the Buyer uneasy in the Seller's presence.
 

Point out what you LOVE about the home and let them know why they're going to love it too!