The document provides 6 insider secrets for preparing for an open house: 1) Visit other open houses to see how competitors present their homes; 2) Pretend to move out and pack up most possessions; 3) Invite neighbors who may know potential buyers; 4) Enlist neighbors to help the open house run smoothly; 5) Help your neighbor with an unkept property if it could impact perceptions; 6) Neutralize decor so the widest range of buyers are attracted rather than expressing a unique style. The document encourages sellers to prepare their home to make the best possible impression on prospective buyers visiting an open house.