Case in point, my lovely clients Lora and Mike. I had set up 4 showings when Lora indicated that she did not want to see the "one that looks weird". We went to the "weird" home anyway and once we stepped inside, Lora, and her husband Mike, fell in love with the light-filled interior, the bedroom balcony with the view of Zukey Lake, the welcoming family room with the raised hearth fireplace, and the huge garage. They have been enjoying this home for over ten years now. Without my encouragement to explore further, this property would have experienced a lost sale, solely due to the poor curb appeal. “We buy ugly houses” is a sign often seen nailed to electric poles. Rehabbers look for ugly houses so that they can pay the least amount possible. Unattractive homes appeal to for homebuyers who are always looking for a deal and do not want an unattractive home. Creating curb appeal is essential to attracting interest in your home. How your home looks from the road is so persuasive that a well-prepared house may catch the attention of buyers who did not find the written description particularly compelling. Likewise, a neglected house can cause a buyer previously excited by the description to cruise right on by. Try this. Go out into your street and look — I mean really look at your home, and see if you can spot any imperfections. Is it appealing, pristine, and well-kept, or are there necessary repairs that you have been putting off? After you’ve lived in a home for a long while, you’re not likely to examine it objectively. Keep an open mind. Ask for suggestions from a real estate expert about how you can make your house show better. This is where you can call me, I'm happy to stop by or do a Zoom call with you to provide an honest opinion to help you sell faster.
Then, take a drive around your neighborhood and surrounding
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