PREPPING TO SELL – THE IMPORTANCE OF CURB APPEAL
Danielle Grosso
PREPPING TO SELL – THE
There’s a theory that exists in the world of real estate that a homeowner knows whether or not they would purchase a property within the first 15 seconds of seeing it.
IMPORTANCE OF CURB APPEAL
Yes, the current interior and exterior condition of your home are both very important factors when selling, but the first step is to actually attract buyers to your home that are interested in making an offer. Therefore, as a homeowner, one of the most proactive tasks you can work on while getting your home ready to list is to make sure your home has that that eye- catching, driver slows down when he sees a For Sale sign, “Awwww hon, look at that home!” curb appeal.
Since the first thing buyers will analyze when viewing your property is its curb appeal, when they feel that the outside of a potential home is in good condition, attractive, and well-maintained, it causes them to have a more open, optimistic mindset while touring the rest of the home.
But, don’t get overwhelmed! In order to make this process simple and give homeowners an idea of where to start, I’ve created a list of five curb appeal tips and tricks that can transform a home with minimal effort and a low budget.
The Front Door. Imagine walking up to a home that you’re eager to see and
hoping it might be the perfect fit, but upon entering you notice that the front door’s wood is chipping, the glass on the window is foggy, it’s dated, and just not in good condition. In the buyer’s mind, they might subconsciously assume that if the homeowner doesn’t care much about the condition of the front door, they don’t care much for the overall home.
You can spruce up your front door with a fresh coat of paint (consider a trendy color or one that pops and is unique to the other homes on the block), adding a decorative wreath, doing a deep cleaning of the entire door, or replacing the handle/glass if the condition can’t be restored.
If necessary, consider replacing the door. The front door will be seen by potential buyers in pictures before they even come; a good first impression will set the tone for the rest of the tour.
Landscaping. Having a well-maintained front yard with a neatly mowed lawn and attractive shrubbery makes a significant difference. It demonstrates to the potential homebuyer that maintaining your property was a priority, and it’s also one less thing they’ll have to do after purchasing the home.
As a homeowner, you can trim or add shrubs, plant attractive flowers, lay fresh
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