In the current housing market, most homeowners will try anything to get potential buyers into their home. One of the obvious options is holding an open house and inviting any interested parties to come on in and check out the goods. It can make a frustrated seller feel like things are happening, but unfortunately, many real estate agents confess that an open house produces very few results. It's not a stretch to think that some potential buyers will come to an open house, but it is even more likely that curious neighbors will be in attendance, too. In all likelihood, a serious potential buyer will not hesitate to make an appointment to see your home when it is convenient for them. And in this day and age, the internet has taken the place of the open house. Most consumers utilize the internet and real estate websites to check out lots of properties from the comfort of their office chair. This gives them a chance to view homes before taking the time to go see them in person and narrow down some possibilities. This is one reason that having good photographs with your internet listing is probably even more important than hosting open houses every weekend. There is also the possibility that holding an open house will end up being a disappointment, especially if you work hard to make things spotless and no one shows to view your home. Of course, if you are already keeping your house in show-ready condition (as you probably should) and you like to entertain strangers with the fabulous details of your home, then host away. An open house certainly can't hurt anything. Just remember that it might be your real estate agent who ends up getting some new customers rather than you ending up with an offer on your home.