OPen House Checklist to Sell Your Home

[Chris Goff]

Open House Checklist

2 Weeks Before:____

5-10 Directional Signs—2 weekends, back to back____

1500 flyers—2 weekends, back to back. Post everywhere permitted by local laws.____

1500 Postcards—3 weeks, back to back (Optional)____

Post Open House dates on your Craig’s List Posting.____

Multiple Exit Strategy Postings____

2 Back to Back Open Houses____

Reserve a trusted cleaning service for the day before your open house.____

Fix chipped paint inside and out.____

Repaint bold walls with neutral colors.____

Un-clutter closets.____

Have rugs cleaned and floors polished.____

Plant flowers and add any additional landscaping items.____

Secure a storage facility for any clutter.____

Make plans for pets to be away starting 24 hours before open house.
1 Week Before:____

Trim hedges and cleanup all landscaping items.____

Clean out gutters.____

Move excessive furniture, appliances, clothes to storage facility.____

Scrub all doors and decks/patio’s.____

Prepare all handouts and gift bags.____

Plan out Emotional Strings.

2 Days Before:____

Hide all electronic cords.____

Hide traces of pet odor.____

Lock up valuables.____

Verify cleaning service appointment.____

Verify all signs are posted.____

Clean out garage. Remove any floor stains.

1 Day Before:____

Check in on cleaning service before they leave.____

Place handouts and gift bags by front door.____

Place a sign in sheet in kitchen. Should contain name and contact info.____

Verify outside is cleaned up and ready for showing.____

Air out the entire house.____

Clean all windows.

Morning-Of:____

Open drapes and curtains.____

Turn lights on in dark rooms.____

Ensure the temperature is comfortable.____

Straighten up all rooms.____

Create a nice scent. Air fresheners may overwhelm the room. Grind coffee in the kitchen!____

Turn on soothing music.____

Smile and have fun!
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