The Best Times To Hold An Open House In Real Estate: A Complete Guide
In this article, we'll dive into the best times to host an open house, considering seasonal trends, day of the week, time of day, and local market dynamics. When done right, it can generate buzz, spark bidding wars, and even lead to quick offers. But success hinges not just on how the event is staged — timing plays a crucial role. Choosing the right time and day can significantly influence turnout and, ultimately, the sale.
Written by Seth Cox
Apr 19, 2025 / Open Houses
How To Attract More Visitors To Your Open House
With more listings hitting the market and buyers being more selective about where they spend their weekends, agents need more than just balloons and a sign in the yard to drive traffic. Here’s a strategy-driven breakdown of how to get more eyes (and feet) on your next open house — and how tools like Showable can help you stand out.
Apr 19, 2025 / Open Houses
What The Nar Settlement Means For Open Houses
By now, most real estate agents have heard about the $418 million NAR settlement — and if you haven’t, now’s the time to pay attention. While the headlines have focused on buyer agent commissions and MLS rules, the ripple effects touch almost every part of how we do business — especially how we run open houses. If you’re an agent who leans on open houses to generate leads, here’s what you need to know — and how to adapt fast.
Apr 19, 2025 / Open Houses
How To Capture More Leads At Open Houses Without Being Pushy
Open houses are one of the best lead-generating tools in a real estate agent’s toolkit — but they can also feel awkward. You're walking a fine line between being helpful and coming off as too salesy. And let’s be honest: no one enjoys chasing people down with a clipboard.
Apr 16, 2025 / Open Houses
The Ultimate Open House Checklist For Busy Real Estate Agents
Open houses are one of the best ways to showcase a property, build relationships with buyers, and generate new leads — but let’s be real: they can also be time-consuming, chaotic, and easy to overlook when you’re juggling multiple listings. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, having a solid system in place can save you time, reduce stress, and increase your ROI from every showing.
Apr 16, 2025 / Open Houses