Why Curb Appeal Matters
They say you can’t judge a book by its cover — but it’s also true that books with worn out or torn covers tend to stay on the shelf. When you’re trying to sell your home, you know you have to prep and clean the inside to get it ready to show. But did you consider how your home might look from the outside? When potential buyers pull up to your property — or even when they’re checking out photos online — the exterior is the first thing they see. If your landscaping is in disarray, or your exterior paint is peeling, buyers may not even venture inside. So what should you do to get the outside of your home buyer- ready?
· Clean exterior Walls and Windows · Apply a fresh coat of exterior Paint · Keep grass green and Trimmed · Clean and repair your Roof
Electrical Issues Can Ruin Deals
Electrical issues are some of the most costly — and potentially dangerous — issues uncovered in any home inspection. In fact, The Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors counts electrical issues as one of the top deal-killers in the home-buying process. Some of the most frequent electrical issues found include: · Undergrounded three-prong plugs · Painted outlets · Double tapping of circuit breakers
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