Most people make their first foray into the real estate market by cruising listings online on Sunday morning and deciding to check out open houses that afternoon. Attending open houses helps buyers get a feel for the market without committing to an agent or the process. It is in the fabric of the real estate industry.
Key Takeaways:
- Most people make their first foray into the real estate market by cruising listings online on Sunday morning and deciding to check out open houses that afternoon.
- Attending open houses helps buyers get a feel for the market without committing to an agent or the process. It is in the fabric of the real estate industry.
- Open houses are great for some sellers, too, because they ensure that, within a two- or three-hour period, a good number of buyers can get in to see the property
“Most buyers who are interested in a particular home will have attended an open house and viewed the home once or twice with their agent. But when they get serious, they’ll want to go back another time.”