There are a few simple tips you can follow to have a perfect open house.  Shortly before the potential home buyers are to show up open up all the drapes and blinds.  Turn on all the lights in the home, even in the daytime.  Get rid of noise such as the TV and put some soft music on at a low volume.  Make sure the  temperature is not too hot or too cold, adjust accordingly.  Children should be sent to a friends house or to the neighborhood park (if possible).  They should stay out of the way completely. Also if you have dogs they should also go somewhere.  People don’t like to walk into rooms with barking dogs and the sight of animals can give a bad impression of the home.

Of course make sure the home is tidy and clean.  Make the beds freshen the air and bake some cookies.  Give the people space to look around without feeling pressured and be available in case they have any questions.

If they show serious interest, don’t be afraid to suggest that they buy it!

It is always critical to hold an open house when selling your home.  An open house can help get your home exposed to the market.  Get people to your home by buying directional open house signs and place them at corners leading to your home from major streets, and one in front of your house.  Check local regulations before placing your signs and if you need to place them in other people’s yards ask permission.

Make sure your home is tidy and well kept, yes this includes the yard.  Get rid of any pets for the day, open up the blinds, turn the lights on and if you are holding the open house yourself get out of the way.  Give folks room to look throughout.  Boise for sale by owner homes can do okay if done right but remember it takes time and money to properly market your home.