Give a quick survey to potential buyers who view house?

[Brady Alford]

I tried to find a thread on BP that discussed an idea similar to this, but came up blank.... which probably means it's a stupid idea.  But wanted to bounce it off the forum anyways....

When trying to sell a rehabbed house, would it be a good idea to give potential buyers who viewed the house a quick survey on what they liked / didn't like about the rehab?

Survey could be delivered on the spot or possibly in a follow up email/call at a later date.  Asking even simple questions such as paint color, type of flooring, etc.  Could be a good way to narrow down the rehab scope of work for your target buyers.  However, could also be a possible turnoff for people if they are considering purchasing the house (e.g. the realize they hate the paint color only after you ask them that question)

Thanks in advance for the feedback

[Mindy Jensen]

@Brady Alford, having a home sit on the market is frustrating for sure. @Brian Garrett 's advice to get feedback while they are viewing the home implies that you would be there while they are, too. 

DO NOT DO THIS!!! No one is going to give you honest feedback if you are the seller. Buyers feel uncomfortable talking about the home with the seller there, so leave during showings. There is never a reason for the seller to be at the home with the buyer.

If you are listed with an agent, ask them to send feedback requests to everyone who views the home. This is common practice, although not always filled out or replied to...

If you are not listed with an agent, you can send a followup email to the buyers/buyer agent. Do not give it to them on the spot.