5 Little Things That Increase a Home’s Curb Appeal
If you are looking to sell your home, whether it be now or in the future, chances are you have thought about doing some renovations to the interior. A splash of paint here, a new tile there. New appliances perhaps? Or maybe just completely remodel the kitchen. After all, the kitchen is the soul of the house. These are all good ideas and probably the only thing that’s keeping you from a full remodel is your budget. Ah, the budget. Every homeowner’s pitfall. But what if I tell you that you don’t have to spend big in order to increase your home’s curb appeal? That got your attention right? So, here are 5 little things that you can do on a budget to increase your home’s curb appeal.
1. The first thing buyers (and practically all visitors) see are your doors. So let’s start with this. Refresh your front door. They say first impressions last and your door will either make the house inviting enough to be seen or discourage any potential buyer because of the years of neglect and wear and tear. Clean your front door, repair anything that is broken (screens and locks) and splash on a fresh coat of paint to make it more inviting.
2. Now that you’ve taken care of the doors, do not forget your windows. Always, always clean them. No need to repaint, a good pressure wash to take away all the dirt and grime will do.
3. Add potted plants. Plants instantly liven a home and makes it more appealing. Home buyers will always have their own ideas about landscaping, so potted plants will be optimal and will not break the bank.
4. The roof is your home’s “crowning glory”. Are there shingles that are missing? Is the roof worn down? Have them repaired. Do not fall into the trap that neglecting your roof will not matter. It does! The roof is very important to any home. And while you’re at it, clean those gutters!
5. Make sure your home is bright! Studies have shown that houses that are bright and with lots of natural light, are more inviting and tends to sell faster. This is another key to making a lasting first impression.
Selling your home can sometimes be a long and stressful process. The key is to make your home as beautiful as it can be. These little changes do not cost much, except some elbow grease. But these little improvements can greatly increase your home’s value. Putting in the work before any showing will give a lasting first impression. So now that you have your plan, the only step remaining is to hire an Agent! And this is where I come in…
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