Preparing for an Open House


1

A: What should I do to get ready for the Open House?
B: Your house needs to be as clean and uncluttered as possible.
A: Can we stay in the house while it is being shown?
B: No one is to be in the house during the Open House except for the realtor and the potential buyers who are looking at the house.
A: Can we leave our dog in the backyard during the Open House?
B: Absolutely no pets are to remain in the house during Open House. Take them with you or board them, please.
A: I have a lot of expensive jewelry and am afraid to leave it in the house.
B: We will do our best to watch over your things, but expensive jewelry and guns need to go with you.
A: How will we know when to come home?
B: The Open House will last from eleven o'clock until four o'clock.

2

A: Is there anything special I should do to get ready for our Open House this weekend?
B: Just make sure that your house is perfectly clean and that everything is put away.
A: My husband wants to watch the game, and we were wondering if he could stay in his den during Open House.
B: Everyone in the household must leave the premises before potential buyers arrive.
A: Can the cat stay on the bed during Open House?
B: No pets are allowed at the Open House! Maybe your neighbor would let your pets stay over there for a few hours.
A: Where can I hide my expensive jewelry?
B: If you have a safe, put your jewelry in there. Otherwise, please take your valuables with you.
A: Will you let us know when everyone has left?
B: Usually the Open Houses last until four o'clock. If this one ends earlier, I will call you on your cell phone.

3

A: What suggestions do you have for preparing for the Open House on Saturday?
B: The two most important things are that your home is clean and clutter free.
A: My mother is old and wants to stay in her room during the Open House.
B: Absolutely no occupants of the house are to be present during an Open House.
A: We have several pet snakes and would like them to stay in the garage during Open House.
B: You wouldn't want someone to hate your house because they can't stand animals, would you? Your pets need to disappear for a bit!
A: Will someone be watching to make sure my expensive jewelry doesn't get ripped off?
B: We have two realtors to keep an eye on things at all times, but please don't keep valuable jewelry or guns in your home when it is being shown.
A: What time will the Open House be over?
B: You can come home at four o'clock if you like. If it is rainy and slow, I will call you if I decide to end it a little early.

 


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