Foreclosures Book

driveway up to your house. Incorporating too much in the way of lawn decoration will make your walkway look cluttered and disorganized. Go easy on the decorations and lawn ornaments. Low-cost investments like power-washing the house and concrete, repainting trim, and enhancing landscaping add to your home’s curb appeal. The goal here is to get more money for your home. Home buyers generally aren’t interested in a property that needs work (unless you don’t mind selling it below market value). CREATE A GRAND ENTRANCE Impressing the home shopper at the front door is an important aspect of curb appeal. You want them to feel safe and secure when they open the door. The doorknob is the first touch point of your home. If the entry handset is worn or loose, replace the door handle with a heavy-duty deadbolt and knob combination. This investment of less than $50 will make your home more visually impressive. A flimsy lock or handle on your front door will make potential home buyers feel uncomfortable, and they might not even knowwhy. Security is important to home buyers. Is the paint on your metal door faded or peeling? Freshen it up and add a dash of color. Choose a paint that complements the color of your home. Replacing a wooden door with a steel entry door is worth the cost with an average 91% return on investment (ROI). You can also replace brass kick plates fairly inexpensively, which adds a newness to the appearance. A contrast between the overall facade of your home 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 — as will adding a wreath on your