Barb Schlinker The Real Estate Voice

Is there an etiquette that home sellers should plan for when showing their homes?1.   Well there can be..but it’s not required.2.   Many people allow us to put a lock box on the home so the showings are done with the agents and their buyers and no others in the home.a.   Our lock boxes are digital and we can set them up so.i.  It sends you a text when the box is opened by the agent showingii.  And when the box is closed.4.  Most home sellers will leave for the showings.a.  Why: So buyers feel more comfortable discussing the home with their agents.b.  However it IS YOUR HOME.  If you cannot leave or it’s not convenient for you…that’s ok.c.  And, in prices below $400K there can be so many showings scheduled, it’s a bit challenging to leave all the time. d.  Typically , if you have to be there, we recommend you step out of the way during showings.Melissa Story:  Two Agents confronted the seller about being in her own hoThat, to me, was an agent etiquette issueThis is why picking the right team to sell your home