Does Your Home Have Curb Appeal?
JoJo on Apr 20th 2007
Whether you’re selling real estate in South Orange County California or anywhere in the nation, one of the top five factors that make your home sell is Curb Appeal!
Most of us know it when we see it -– the house in the neighborhood that catches your attention each time you drive past it. The owners obviously care about their home and it shows in the details that are noticeable even to someone passing by in a car. Yes, this house has curb appeal, and if you’re going to place your home on the market, you’ll want to create curb appeal too. And if you’re buying a home, most often you look for curb appeal, otherwise you may not even bother to look inside!Great curb appeal is created through details, especially the walkway, lighting and landscaping. If it seems like it would be difficult to approach your home, make it more welcoming by keeping your walkways clean and clutter-free. Trim back the overhanging trees or bushes.
Make sure that your exterior lighting is adequate and functioning properly. Landscaping can be used to your advantage in many ways. Color tends to draw attention, so plants and flowers soften the effect of a plain foundation, fence or garage. Hanging plants and flowerpots around the front door make visitors feel welcome and invited. A freshly mowed and neatly edged lawn makes a home look tidy and well cared for.
The look of your home starts with the neighborhood, works its way to your yard and culminates at the front of your home. The steps that you take to ensure that your home looks attractive and inviting will be well worth the effort.
If you’re thinking of selling your home and would like additional tips on creating curb appeal, don’t hesitate to call or email me.
