December 11 2011: Open House Yields Leads!

December 11 2011: Open House yields leads!

Yes, I do open houses.....

It all depends on the property, where it is, the market environment. I’m lucky enough to live in Alameda CA where open houses are generally well-attended, and where we are blessed with good weather. None of the extreme heat or extreme cold, and no prolonged stormy weather.

Today was a good day. I’d like to think that people followed my signs which stood out because they had sparkly, flowing gold ribbons.

And I’d like to think people who walked in felt comfortable because I gave them lollipops from See’s Candies.

On a really cold day, sometimes I will serve hot cider or hot chocolate. (And on hot days, I have ice cold water with lemons),

And I handed out copies of the Alameda Magazine (featuring the Best of Alameda) especially to folks who are new to Alameda.....and the December issue of American Lifestyle Magazine (personalized for real estate professionals)

Or maybe it’s because of my sparkling personality :)

For whatever reason, perhaps it’s the magic in the air...but I had a really good afternoon, and managed to pick up three very good leads!

And in between, I had a prospective lead contact me about wanting to see a property because their lease is up, and they want to get a place within the next month. Nothing like a motivated buyer!

What a fabulous turnout on a dreary day.