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Open houses on holiday weekends?

Open houses on holiday weekends?

Memorial Day weekend is generally considered one of the worst weekends to hold an open house. It is the kickoff to summer, and everyone is off to the shore, or hosting barbecues. But for the serious home seller, what Memorial Day weekend may bring, is a serious home buyer.
 
I currently have clients who are relocating to the Main Line soon, and they are taking advantage of the long weekend to come here and try to find a home.  I'll be spending time showing them homes, but on Sunday they plan on visiting several open houses. It's hard to find a more motivated buyer than one who needs to find a home in a weekend!

I expect many home sellers would be hesitant to ask their agent to hold an open house on a holiday weekend.  But consider the fact that there are many agents out there who are just starting their careers who are eager to sit an open house, even on a holiday weekend.  It doesn't hurt to ask - and you never know what serious buyer might walk through your door.

Maria Micolucci is a Realtor with Prudential Fox & Roach REALTORS® Wayne Home Marketing Center. Visit her website at www.makeyourmovewithmaria.com or email her at maria.micolucci@prufoxroach.comLike her on Facebook to hear more about home listings in the area. 

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