Open House Checklist to Sell Your Home

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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