The first article in this two-part series focused on tips to improve the look of your home’s exterior, this article will highlight additional steps to enhance your property’s curb appeal in order to attract potential buyers
- Fix stone walkways and retaining walls as well as the Belgian blocks lining your driveway that may have been damaged by snow, road salt, or careless plowing. The best way to find a top-notch mason is to check with colleagues and friends or ask your Realtor friend as they often keep lists of trusted vendors.
- Clean out garden beds and top them with natural mulch, which will help the soil retain moisture and give the beds a neat look. And reseed where necessary.
- Plant annuals and perennials to create an inviting setting where homebuyers can imagine themselves living. In addition, position pots of flowers on the front and back porches/decks to add more color. Even fragrance can have a big impact on a person’s experience when walking up to your house. Consider sweet-scented roses, lilacs, honeysuckle, and jasmine or fresh herbs to line the front walk.
- If your driveway has taken a beating over the years, it could be dragging down your home’s curb appeal. So, repair/reseal cracks in the blacktop or consider other possibilities, such as adding brick, masonry or stained concrete, which can all make for a beautiful, durable driveway.
Adding curb appeal to your home is great for making your home more appealing for selling but it is also personally satisfying-sit back and admire the fruits of your labor.
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