CHAPTER 6 Creating Curb Appeal b Appeal
CURB APPEAL - The attractiveness of a property and its surroundings when viewed from the street. Whether browsing online photos or driving past, home shoppers decide within seconds whether they want to see more. First impressions are powerful, and as the saying goes, you never get a second chance to make one. Creating strong curb appeal is crucial in generating interest in your home. A well-prepared exterior can even attract buyers who may not have been initially drawn to your home’s written description. Try this experiment: drive around your neighborhood and note which homes catch your eye. Clean yards and well-maintained exteriors will stand out far more than those with peeling paint, broken shutters, overgrown grass, or neglected landscaping. The exterior of your home should serve as an invitation to come inside. Potential buyers are drawn to welcoming entries and uncluttered yards. If you see a home with dead shrubbery and a weather-worn exterior, you might assume the interior is just as neglected. This is why curb appeal matters. Take a step back and look at your home with fresh eyes. What needs attention? Simple tasks like weeding, trimming, and window washing can improve the appearance of your home in just an afternoon. Low-cost improvements—such as power-washing the house and walkways, repainting trim, and adding fresh landscaping—can significantly boost curb appeal. The goal is to attract buyers and 27
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