The Insider's Guide To Selling Your Home By Owner- Rocio Fausto I | Seite 120

Safety Checklist For
Showing Your Home
Reference this before you show your
home to a prospective buyer.
_____ Never show the home alone. You want to have someone
else there for safety reasons and to help keep track of everyone.
Many buyers bring their kids. Or, they show up with an
unexpected tag along and tell you, "My friend is visiting me from
out of town and I want them to see the home I may buy."
_____ Be careful what you tell buyers. Don't tell them where you
work, what your work hours are, or your vacation plans. Don't
answer questions about this either.
_____ Stop and familiarize yourself with all of the different exits
that your home has available. At the same time, check out the
yard and the exits that are available there.
_____ Stay with all parties the entire time. Don't allow 2-3 people
to wander around your house. They can steal or leave a window
unlocked for a return visit.
_____ Only show your home to one party at a time.
_____ Keep your car keys and cell phone with you at all times.
_____ Don't wear expensive jewelry.
_____ Push for daytime showings. If a buyer is busy during the
week, then offer to show them your home on the weekend.
_____ Be very cautious of red flags. Examples are visitors late at
night or early in the morning, two or more visitors, or people that
aren't willing to setup an appointment.
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