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9 Minute Showing Drill
Occasionally you will receive a call to schedule a showing to take place within a tight time frame. Here is a checklist to save you from panicking. SOUND: Turn off the television and tune the radio (low volume) to a soft rock, middle-of-the-road or classic rock station. SIGHT: Turn on every light in the house (day or night) and open every drape and blind (daytime only).
ODORS: Heat some frozen pastry slowly in the oven or heat a pan on the stove and then drop in a few drops of vanilla.
KITCHEN: Wipe kitchen counters. Place dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Put out fresh dishtowels and dishcloths. Clean the sliding door.
BATHROOMS: Wipe counters, flush and wipe toilets, close lids. Add fresh towels.
LIVING ROOM: Hide magazines and newspapers, and remove clutter.
FAMILY ROOM: Hide magazines and newspapers, and remove clutter. BEDROOMS: Straighten beds. Hide clutter under bed (not in the closet). EXTERIOR: Put away toys and clutter. Keep walkways clear. CHILDREN AND PETS: They are a distraction, so please send them outside. GOODBYE: This is the single most important thing you can do for a showing if you want your home to sell! Even if the showing agent insists that it is okay to stay, you must leave. Buyers must be emotionally committed to your home to buy it, and they will have a difficult time doing this if you are around. At the very least, take a walk. |
