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EPISODE · Sep 22, 2025 · 20 MIN

Why Open Houses Are a Homebuyer’s Secret Weapon

from Home Goals Podcast · host Derrick Thornton, REALTOR®

Think of Open Houses as the window shopping stage of your home journey. Just like you would compare models, designs, and reviews before making a big purchase, touring homes helps you figure out what matters most. The challenge is that most buyers only spend about 20 minutes in a house before making life-changing decisions.In this episode, I share why regularly attending Open Houses is one of the best ways to train your eye for detail, discover hidden red flags, and fine-tune your list of must-haves. Your Realtor is there to guide you, but ultimately no one knows your priorities better than you.If you want to build confidence and develop the skill of touring homes, this episode will show you how to turn every Open House into a learning opportunity.

Think of Open Houses as the window shopping stage of your home journey. Just like you would compare models, designs, and reviews before making a big purchase, touring homes helps you figure out what matters most. The challenge is that most buyers only spend about 20 minutes in a house before making life-changing decisions. In this episode, I share why regularly attending Open Houses is one of the best ways to train your eye for detail, discover hidden red flags, and fine-tune your list of mus...

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Think of Open Houses as the window shopping stage of your home journey. Just like you would compare models, designs, and reviews before making a big purchase, touring homes helps you figure out what matters most. The challenge is that most buyers...

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