Curb Appeal: 9 Tips to Help Get the Outside of Your Home Ready for the Market

Spring has sprung and now is a great time to sale your existing home. Preparing your current home for the market can be intimidating and downright overwhelming. It’s important to remember the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time. Start with the outside of your home. Here are a few tips that will cost a little money, but will save you thousands in the long run.

1.       Keep your lawn mowed and trimmed.

2.       Fertilize your grass 4 times each year, once for every season.

3.       Trim the bushes and shrubs so more of your home can been seen.

4.       Focus on the front door area; wipe down the front door and trim. If needed, apply a fresh coat of paint.

5.       Replace all burned out light bulbs on the exterior of the home and if possible use matching wattage bulbs to balance the lighting.

6.       Wash the windows and keep your front porch clean of dust and debris.

7.       Make sure your doorbell looks good and is in good working condition.

8.       Repair or replace any missing address numbers.

9.       Repair or replace any damaged concrete to walkways and steps.

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