that's horrible.... you may never get them out.... or you may be rebuilding the home....  

Gee, what could possibly go wrong? LOL

Saw this a few years ago on TV but then it disappeared. Thought it was a bad idea then, same now.

Have not seen it here and wonder what happens if they stay longer!

Yes I've seen this before Jeff Dowler, CRS but it's been awhile. No thanks, I'm not a fan of this idea - unless the market is so bad and it's one option on the table.  The chances that it would actually make somebody say - yes, let's buy this home, I think, is slim to none.

Yes... Sun City was doing that here some years ago before they built out. Haven't heard of this inducement in a while, however. But I've not heard of a private seller offering this.

I have heard/seen it on reality television but in real life: NO, NEVER

Yes, a new home builder at a luxurious private gated community has a couple of fully furnished models, where you can book your client for a weekend of 2 nights, 3 days, and have full use of the facilities and amenities... pool, spa, nail salon, plus huge discounts on the booze at the bar and dinner at the on-site restaurant.

I work closely with the builder sales rep and have booked clients. And I'll tell you, it's awesome marketing. Every one of my buyer-clients that stay actually buy at the location.

Of course, I pre-qualify my buyer-clients very selectively.

It's brilliant marketing.

Nope. Rare and risky these days.

Have not seen this in our market place , but saw a Seller who was also doing Air B&B and Selling their property at the same time which makes showings a little tricky when occupied.

Yes I have seen it before but not recently. Sounds fine to me - probably NOT for a resale home, but in a new condo complex - especially a waterfront type of place, sure sounds fun. Great way to pull folks from a nearby metropolitan area to make the commute to take a look. Like most tools -  every tool has some scenario where its application is appropriate and could be a great way to get the job done.

Yes I have Jeff Dowler, CRS and it was a post right here on AR. I have sold a few "Haunted Houses" and many curious people wanted to stay over night but I never would have allowed it due to the liability involved.

I saw that several years ago too Jeff Dowler, CRS. I'd be very concerned they'd move in and then you have to evict!

I would be so worried I would get squatters if I did that!

With savvy squatters this could lead to a landlord tenant relationship, watch out.

Yes, I have seen it done but not in years! Back then mostly in retirement communities and second home destinations.

I do seem to remember this type of marketing a while ago and my insurance agent advised against it so I have never pursued the idea since that time.

Have not seen that in my area....

I have not seen this in my area. My first thought would be "What if they don't leave?"

I have heard of it but think there is too much liability in the thought.

I can just seeing things go downhill.  What if they were hurt or died? What if they decided to stay and not buy?  What if the house burned down while they were there? What if  and the list goes on.  I do not like it.

This thought has visited with me personally as if I buy another home I would want to stay in it for a night or two only if it was a second home situation. A first home... no with an exception if it is million dollar plus property perhaps

I've never seen this and am not sure whether this is a good idea.  

Interesting.

We recently visited a community and spent three nights in one of the model homes. We really liked it.

Lots of liability and risk management issues. I could see a timeshare/hotel doing so as part of their marketing but not a private homeowner.

Yes, I've heard about this. Never thought it was a good idea. 

I can think of some wicked answers.

Several of the Active Adult Communities offer a free one night stay to prospective buyers. One even offer a 3 night stay for as little as $199, with access to the amenities like pool and clubhouse.

Time Shares

Jeff,

I have not seen this....This is at best a horrid marketing idea!

Why encourage a potential squatter

No thank you! 

I haven't seen that in our market yet. -K

A few years ago, at a marketing meeting, a young agent invited everyone to see his new listing. Among the virtues of the home, he spoke of the bedroom and how he and his girlfriend thought it was a fun place to spend the night.

His broker was present in the group. You should have seen the look on his face.

I'm with Barbara Todaro on this.  Too many risks and too great of a liability.  Now if it was done with some form of AirBnB type contract there might be something to offset some liability, but not much.

Haven't seen it in Florida... at least not as a written offer. We do have the squatters who baracade themselves in homes and often get away with extended stays before the news crews start rolling.

Combining AirBNB with a good look under the hood ? Are they charging for the night? Are they getting a credit report? How would you evict a one night stand tenant? So many questions, no answers.

I have not seen this. Liability/insurance issues come to my mind.

Sounds like a spin-off from the time-share selling tactic. 

Great. Sometimes it could work!

No kidding. 

I can see this as a great marketing strategy, especially in the luxury market, resort/retirement communities, etc.  People try or test all sorts of things before they purchase a big ticket item.  A new vehicle/boat/plane for example.  There are numerous ways to protect all parties involved through various written agreements and indemnification clauses.  Contact an attorney.

Cheers!

Wow, I am not sure about that.

This was happening in some parts of Canada when the market slowed in larger urban cores. It really didn't take off though. A Vancouver condo developer recently offered a year's supply of avocado toast to buyers. LOL Different marketing tricks to try and get attention. A Saint John New Brunswick real estate agent used quirky sign headers to catch passerby's attention such as "Not Haunted". He got a lot of attention but I don't now if it actually helped sell any of his listings.