What's the first picture you see of a House for Sale?  It's almost always the front of the property.

When buyers tell me what they're looking for - rarely (if ever) do their lists include a description of the outside of the house!   I've never been asked to find a house with pretty flowers or a really green lawn but  the first impression counts and it's a proven fact that Curb Appeal is what takes a house from " Not Interested ' to a "Must See"!    

 
 

 

CURB APPEAL IS REALLY IMPORTANT!

So what do you need to do?

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Look at your house with a critical eye - as your Realtor to help!

• Does the exterior need fresh paint?  

• Does it need to be power-washed?  

• Are the gutters full?  

• Are there oil stains in the driveway?  

If the outside is less than clean then buyers will assume that the same is true about the interior.
 

 

2. Mailbox & Lighting

 

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Making your house stand out on the street makes it memorable.  

• Try a fresh coat of paint on the mailbox and make sure visitors can easily see your house number.

• If you have exterior lighting make sure to replace burned out bulbs and clean the fixture - including the glass. 

• Limit lawn & garden ornaments so they don't detract from the house.
   

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Groomed yards make potential buyers want to see more!

• Keep the lawn cut & weeds at bay

• ​ Trim shrubs so the house is easily visible

• Attend to large trees - especially those which overhang your house

 

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Everyone loves to see a colorful display

• Plants and flowers around the front of the house are always appealing.  

• Add bedding plants a couple of weeks before listing so they have a chance to become established

• Remove dead plants, pull weeds and add fresh mulch

• Consider adding planters to your porch or doorstep

• Seasonal decor should be tasteful and colorful

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• Painting your front door is a quick & cheap project - Choose a color that pops!

• Consider new hardware

• Clean the glass - including the storm door

• Try adding a seasonal wreath 

• Use a bright 'Welcome' mat