How To Host A Successful Open House In 2025: Proven Steps For Real Estate Agents
Thinking about hosting an open house but unsure how to make it stand out in 2025’s competitive market? The truth is, a successful open house today isn’t just about fresh cookies and curb appeal—it’s about strategy, technology, and flawless execution. In this guide, you’ll learn the exact steps top-performing agents use to turn open houses into powerful lead-generating events.

Written by Seth Cox
May 20, 2025 / Open House Strategy

Open House Sign‑In Apps: The Ultimate 2025 Guide
Open house sign‑in apps have replaced paper sheets for modern real‑estate agents. This guide gives you in-depth reviews, pricing breakdowns, and expert setup tips for every open house app available as of 2025—so you can capture more leads and choose the perfect tool for your business.
May 17, 2025 / Open House Apps

How An Open House Sign In App Can Transform Your Real Estate Game
Open houses have long been a cornerstone of real estate, offering buyers a unique, in-person connection to properties and agents. But to truly maximize their impact, agents need the right tools. This post explores how sign-in apps enhance the open house experience—streamlining data capture, improving follow-up, and turning interest into results.
May 05, 2025 / Open House Apps

Maximize Your Open House Success: The Ultimate Guide To Using A Sign In Sheet Effectively
Want to turn open house visitors into real leads? Discover how a simple sign-in sheet can unlock powerful connections, guide your follow-ups, and boost your sales strategy. In this ultimate guide, you'll learn to transform a basic form into one of your most valuable real estate tools.
May 05, 2025 / Open House Marketing

Free Printable Open House Sign In Sheet Templates
Hosting an open house is a pivotal opportunity to connect with potential buyers and sellers. A well-designed open house sign-in sheet not only captures essential visitor information but also sets the tone for a professional and organized event. At Showable, we understand the nuances of real estate marketing, and we're excited to offer you a collection of free printable open house sign-in sheet PDFs to elevate your next showing.
May 04, 2025 / Open House Templates

Do Open Houses Still Work In 2025?
Are open houses still worth your time in 2025? This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and best strategies for making open houses work in today’s digital-first real estate market.
Apr 28, 2025 / Open House Strategy

The Most Common Mistakes To Avoid When Hosting An Open House
Even experienced real estate agents can fall into common traps that sabotage their efforts. Here’s a look at the biggest mistakes agents make during open houses — and how you can avoid them to maximize your success.
Apr 28, 2025 / Open House Strategy

The Best Times To Hold An Open House In Real Estate
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.
Apr 19, 2025 / Open House Strategy

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 House Marketing

What The Nar Settlement Means For Open Houses
The NAR settlement taking effect in August 2024 is changing how real estate agents run open houses. Learn what these new rules mean for buyer representation, lead capture, disclosures, and how agents can turn open houses into powerful tools for growth and compliance.
Apr 19, 2025 / Open House Guidelines

How To Capture More Leads At Open Houses (Without Being Pushy)
Open houses aren’t just about showcasing a home — they’re one of the best ways to generate warm real estate leads face-to-face. Learn how to turn casual visitors into future clients with subtle, strategic tactics that feel helpful—not pushy.
Apr 16, 2025 / Open House Marketing