Three Quick Ways to Create More Curb Appeal

If you’ve been looking into selling your home even a little bit you probably already know how important curb appeal is to buyers. You have to make your home look appealing from the outside or nobody will want to step inside it. Not only will curb appeal show up at the curb, but it will also show up in your online listing pictures. If you want amazing pictures, create better curb appeal.

Several things can be done to increase your curb appeal without spending much money or taking up much of your time. Here are just three of the best ways to increase curb appeal fast and easy without hurting your budget.

Landscaping

One of the easiest and least expensive ways to make your home more appealing is landscaping. From keeping the grass cut to adding plants and mulch, there are several things you can do to make your home more appealing. Good landscaping can actually increase the sales price because your home will look far more appealing.

If your lawn isn’t in good shape, it might be wise to have sod installed. However, if your yard looks great and it’s the rest of the landscaping that needs help, consider a few bags of mulch, some container plants and even some mature trees and shrubs, if you can afford them. Adding plants can bring out the home in ways you couldn’t even imagine. Those without budget constraints may want to bring in a professional landscaper for help.

Paint the Front Door

It may seem silly, but a new coat of paint on the front door can take your entryway from boring to striking in a hurry. Of course, you’ll want to choose the right color for the door. Once it’s painted, you may be surprised at how much more appealing your home looks.

Light Your Home

One of the best ways to add curb appeal to any home comes in the form of light. With the right outdoor lighting, you can provide a feeling of safety and ambiance. Your home can go from normal to welcoming with just a few changes to your outdoor lighting.

Make sure you light the pathway and any trees outside of your home. Some of the most important areas to focus on include:

•          The patio
•          The driveway
•          Any steps
•          Your walkways
•          Any water features

You can even use eco-friendly lights, such as solar lights you simply stick into the ground to add light. Adding outdoor lighting can be done on a very tight budget. However, if you have the money, consider LED lighting as it will last much longer and provide better benefits for any potential buyers.

Adding curb appeal before you sell your home will make a big difference in the interest you receive. Nobody wants to go see a home with a cluttered yard, chipped paint on the front door and poor lighting unless they plan to spend months rehabbing the property. Most buyers want a move-in ready home. With great curb appeal, you can get them into your home and show them how amazing it is inside.