Know the fastest "escape" routes from your home. Make sure all deadbolt locks are unlocked to facilitate a faster exit. Make sure if you were to escape by the back door, that you could quickly escape from the backyard.
When prospects begin to arrive, jot down their car description, license number and physical description.
Have EVERYONE who comes to inspect your open house fill out his or her name, address and phone number on a sign-in sheet FIRST! Keep your open house sign-in sheet near the entrance and make sure it is completed BEFORE showing anyone through the open house.
Never show people through your open house on your own. However, if that is unavoidable then consider these options:
Never tell a stranger that you can’t show them the house because you won’t be home. That is an open invitation to any criminal. Simply say something like “I’ll be busy then… how about 10:30 instead?”
Always tell the open house viewer that you are expecting a visitor to arrive shortly. This could deter anyone who might be considering something criminal. This all might sound a bit extreme, but protect yourself because “it is better to be safe than sorry.” Incidents CAN and DO happen! A final word; remember, when selling your home FSBO, the personal safety of you and your family is more important than property or possessions. Take notice of these open house safety tips.
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