2. Give yourself a two-hour notice for showings

If you have the option to specify how much notice you have before a showing, take full advantage of this. A one-hour notice is pushing it when you have kids in the household, so always opt for at least two hours’ notice. This gives you enough time to sort out nap times, clean up the toys, and get your home looking worthy of an offer. Twenty-four hours’ notice will likely be ideal for you, but this much lag time can drive buyers away.