First of all, every real estate professional who has ever written an opinion about it, agrees that the seller should not be around while their home is being shown. Buyers need freedom to roam and ask questions without the seller being present. Buyers need to be able to “picture themselves” in the rooms and spaces, imagining their own belongings filling the house. If the sellers are hanging around, that puts a big wet blanket over a buyer’s imagination.

Having the seller present during a showing makes a buyer uncomfortable and less able to ask questions of their agent. Instead of being free to consult and discuss things that come to mind, whether they pertain to that particular house of just in general, creates a negative experience for the buyer. So it’s best if sellers can find something to do and somewhere to go.

So What Can A Seller Do During a Showing or An Open House?

Here are a few ideas for Frederick Home sellers:

Go to a Movie, it’s just about the right length to be gone. Check out what’s playing at Westview Cinemas in Frederick
Go to a Park for a picnic. Check out my list Frederick MD local Parks
Find a local Farmer’s Market
Go to Your Favorite Restaurant. See Yelp Reviews of Frederick Restaurants or, use my custom Google Map: Restaurants in Frederick
Outdoor Activities: Hiking, cycling along the C&O Canal, canoeing and kayaking.
Visit a Local Museum. Visit one of many Historical sites in and around Frederick.
Visit a local art gallery, there are several in downtown Frederick.
Go Shopping. Check out my list of local shopping venues.
Visit a local farm or dairy. Maryland is one of the leading states in the country for small family farms. [I highly recommend the ice cream at South Mountain Creamery in Middletown!]
Catch up on errands, visit friends and relatives, go to the car wash, grocery shopping, or
Take a Day Trip. Baltimore and Washington D.C. are both within an hour’s drive.
Look at homes with your Realtor®!