When it comes to selling your home, first impressions can either make or break your chances completely. Most buyers will take one look at a house and decide whether or not it’s worth taking a look inside based on its exteriors alone. With that in mind, here are a few ways you can boost your home’s curb appeal and entice buyers to come in and view your home.
1. Dress up your front door. Your home’s entryway is usually its main focal point when it comes to curb appeal. Consider giving it a fresh new coat of paint and replacing the door knob. Polish any hardware on it until it positively shines.
2. Renew your home’s exterior paint, siding or trim. This is relatively inexpensive to do, but doing it right can make a world of difference and give your home a whole new look. Choose neutral colored paint in a bright and clean shade, and give your home a facelift. Inspect the entire exterior surface for any cracked, damage or rotting material and replace those or have them repaired. Consider adding trim or shingles to give your home an instant makeover.
3. Replace or repair old or damaged gutters and downspouts. Peeling or rusty gutters and downspouts can make a home look really sad and convey a sense of neglect, so make sure you attend to these if they are in need of attention.
4. Keep your front yard clean and well-manicured. Mow your lawn and keep the grass short, and be diligent about sweeping away leaves and other debris. Taking good care of your home’s exterior and keeping it clean shows pride of ownership and results in a more inviting home that will attract potential buyers.
5. Add a touch of green. Flowers and potted plants always make a home look prettier and more inviting. Beauty your home by adding touches of nature on the outside, like planting a new flower bed, trimming the walkway with potted plants, or decorating the porch or entryway with hanging plants.
If you are planning to sell your home, let The Incorvaia Team make the process as easy as possible for you. Call us at 440-879-7130 today!
