If it's cold, turn up the heat. If it's winter time, light fire in the fire place. It gives the home a warm, cozy feeling. Be courteous but don't force conversation with the potential buyer. If possible, send children to a friends while you are showing the house.
Noisy children underfoot are a turn off for many people and distract from the business at hand.
Keep pets out of the way-preferably out of the house. You can sell pride of ownership faster and for more money. All rights reserved.