Tips For The Exterior

CURB APPEAL: We all react to visual impressions and a bad impression can drive away a Buyer. Simple cosmetic improvements can help your home sell quicker and at a better price. Square footage, prices and location help draw a Buyer to look, but chances are you aren't the only seller in the neighborhood. Its important to put your best foot forward. Read some of the tips below; most of them require a little time and effort, but not a lot of money. When you look at the list try putting yourself in the Buyer's shoes and think how you would react.

THE RIDE BY: Most buyers ride by the front of a home for sale before even making an appointment to go inside. Don't let the exterior give them the urge to keep on driving. Some basic tips include the following:

• Mow the lawn, pick up branches, rake, mulch, and maybe add a few flowers for color. Make your yard as attractive as possible.
• Driveways and sidewalks should be clean and unobstructed. Don't let your driveway look like an outdoor storage area.
• Clean off the roof and clean out the gutters. Little trees growing in gutters aren't a plus to drainage or appearance.
• Porches should be uncluttered and clean. Wash down the floors and railings. Remove spider webs. Check for damaged floorboards and edges. Consider if the floor needs a fresh coat of paint to look sharp.
• Clean the windows, it adds a little spiff and people do notice. Be sure to replace any broken or cracked glass.
• See if there is any damaged siding that needs work. Think about the exterior and whether it should get painted, or if the trim should be painted. Sometimes just a little touch up work or a power wash will do the trick.
• Front doors make an impact, if it shows any wear give it a new coat of paint. Repair any torn screens or storm doors.

Stand out at the curb and take a look, if you are undecided about what would help, I recommend you talk it over with your REALTORS®.

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