Curb Appeal is VERY Important!

Many home buyers form their first impression of your home BEFORE they even get out of their cars. This is refers to as “curb appeal,” or the interpretation from the curb that tells the home buyer how appealing and well- preserved your home is compared to other homes.

  

To be competitive in the real estate market, it takes more than cutting the hedges and planting a few flowers to establish curb appeal. The exterior of your home must be in spotless condition –with no noticeable repairs needed. A damaged step, overgrown landscape, or left toys in the yard can mess up the appearance and your buyer’s First Impression!

Curb appeal is significant because it sets the tone for what the buyer is going to establish inside. If the buyer adores the exterior, he or she will be inclined to also like the interior getting you that much closer to selling your home. To see what’s called for to sell your home quicker and for a higher price, walk outside, stand on the curb and try to observe your home the way the buyer will. What do you see? Pay close notice to walkways, exterior features, the entry and landscaping.

 Walkways/driveways- Make sure walkways are clear of snow, weeds, or debris. Repair or replace cracked steps or pavers. Driveways should also be clear of vehicles, toys and debris.

 Landscaping- Keep your lawn cut, edged and watered. Clip dead branches and plants. Weed flower beds and replace leggy, thin landscaping with fresh plants and flowers.

 Exterior-Fix loose or broken roof shingles, wash-out the gutters, and paint and caulk window trim and doors. Make the front door be an eye-catching color that complements the rest of the exterior. 

Remember, the home buyers form their opinion before they even step out of the car! Curb appeal sets the tone and gets you much closer to selling your home best!

For more information, contact

Dianne Dunn

Keller Williams Realty, New Bern NC

252-671-1932

ddunn@ddunn.com