Should Homeowners Be Present For Showings?

Looking to buy a home? Search all homes for sale  Selling your home? Get a FREE home value report We recently had someone ask us if it was a good idea for them to be present during the showing of their home. When you’re selling your home, it might be tempting for you to be present during showings to give your two cents about the home. However, there is not any situation in which this is appropriate. Having the owner in the house makes the buyers uncomfortable, and they don’t want to make comments or ask questions to offend the seller. An owner who has an attachment to the home also has the potential to argue with the buyer’s questions and preferences. We would like to keep every opportunity and every showing open to the possibility of receiving an offer. In any circumstance, the owner should not be present at any showings. If you have any questions for us or if you’re looking to buy or sell in the area, give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you.