When I first started in real estate, I was eager for advice. The best advice I got from an experienced agent was simple but powerful: “Do as many open houses as you can.” I took his advice to heart.

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An open house offers an opportunity for prospective home buyers to tour a property that’s for sale. Open houses are typically held by a seller’s real estate agent on weekends during set viewing hours.

When you’re shopping for a new home, open houses can give you a chance to view a home, ask questions and quickly put in an offer. But open houses can attract many potential homebuyers, meaning you’ll ...