neglected on the inside as well as the outside. Here lies the importance of curb appeal. When you drive up to your home, take inventory of things that need attention. With simple improvements like weeding, trimming, and window washing, you can improve the appearance of your home in an afternoon. Low-cost investments like power-washing the house and concrete, repainting trim, and adding landscaping also help your house have more curb-appeal. The goal here is to get more money for your home. Homebuyers generally aren't interested in a home that needs work unless you want to sell below market value. If you have poor landscaping, dingy exterior paint, or an unkempt yard, they may drive by without wanting to see the rest of your home. Look around your yard and list everything that needs work. • Are your shrubs, trees, flower gardens, and walkways tidy? • Is there trash or a general mess in your yard? • Does everything (front light, garage door, porch rails, etc.) function properly, and look its best? • Could outdoor features, like patio furniture or the garage door, be updated with a quick coat of paint? Make the necessary improvements to update the look of your home. and think of how many people are going to be drawn to the inside of your home when they see how beautiful it is from your curb!
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