If you are a real estate agent then an open house is a prospecting tool rather then a way to sell the home they are showing. There are many reputable real estate agents that won't host their own property's open house. They opt for a newer agent to take on the job.
It is common for a listing agent to pass the job on to someone else even though they could be there if they wanted to be and keep all of the commission. They are offering half of their commission if the hosting agent sells the home. Real estate agents don't feel that an open house is how a home is commonly sold to someone so this act isn't considered high risk...[more Real Estate Open House]
Related resources for open house selling: Selling Preparation | Perfect Listing Price | Showing Beyond The Basics | Curb Appeal
I am also doing an open house today in Marysville Washington. Please check out my blog if interested....
http://activerain.com/blogsview/261384/Marysville-Open-House-11
Todd Hueffed
http://www.thathomezone.com/ in partnership with Keller Williams North Seattle