and the front door will amp up your curb appeal.
If your house is a neutral color with black shutters, painting your front door red will provide a “wow” factor and bring more beauty to your home—as will adding a wreath on your door, or decorative plants. This creates a more positive, free-flowing atmosphere, therefore making your home look more appealing to buyers. Your backdoor needs attention, too. If you have a sliding screen door to your backyard, check to see if it needs a new screen or if it needs to be adjusted on the tracks. There’s nothing worse than having something fall apart or not function properly when there’s a buyer in your home.
A WELL-MANI -MANICURED LAWN
It’s important to have a lawn that’s well-manicured and shows off as much beauty as the rest of your home, and shows the home hasn’t been occupied by a negligent owner. However, a lawn that appears to be too high-maintenance can also be an obstacle. It’s best to go for a look that’s both clean and simple. You don’t need to go overboard, but have the grass trimmed nicely and regularly check that it’s healthy.
A simple garden with bright flowers can also be a nice feature.
Put down mulch in a darker color, such as a solid, dark brown. Mulch helps to neaten things up and gives the area a clean feeling. You can’t go wrong with mulching, as it adds great curb appeal.
CURB APPEAL INCLUDES THE BACKYARD
By the time a buyer gets to the backyard, their decision could already be made, but that doesn’t mean you can skimp on the
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