entertainment potential. You’ll want prospective buyers to see themselves in the backyard every summer enjoying the weather and all that life has to o ff er, so ensure your backyard—not just your curb—is in top condition. ENHANCE DRIVE-BY APPEAL When taking a quick drive-by to check out a home, minor details of the house itself stick out a lot more than you’d think. Potential buyers may quickly drive by your home or park out front to see it for th e fir st time, envisioning themselves driving up to the curb. Good drive-by appeal is essential. Keep windows and front door in pristine condition. You’ll also need to touch up your garage . Th e home’s exterior will need to be neatened up with touches such as painting the door and trim. “Lived in” is not the look that you’re going for. Ensure the exterior has fresh paint, the lawn is well-manicured, your windows are washed, and that you don’t have any dead fl owers in your garden. Bring in a professional to assess what needs to be done on your roof, such as re-shingling. If your roof needs repair that you just can’t do prior to listing, get reputable quotes for the price of the work and deduct that cost from the sale price . Th is method is usually convenient for both the buyer and seller, putting the buyer at ease, knowing they can have items repaired and upgraded, should they wish to do so. LEVERAGING CURB APPEAL When it’s time to sell your home, don’t skimp on the smaller details when you can use curb appeal to your advantage and get more out of the closing price. By having your home in its most
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