Maximizing Exterior Curb Appeal How little fixes can go a long way...
Fun Facts:
~50% of all home sales are decided at the curb- FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE KEY! ~Outside presentation of a house can raise the
value approximately 15% ~74% of home buyers use the internet to browse
for homes
How to Enhance Curb Appeal:
Basics— At the very least trim bushes, get rid of dead
branches, fix anything that is dead or broken.
With a little more effort and money…
1. Edge all garden and flower beds 2. Freshen mulch 3. Weed, weed, weed 4. Gardens should be interesting and have a focal
point 5. Use containers 6. Remove/trim overgrown tress and shrubs 7. No controversy, keep it simple
General Upgrades:
Power wash outdoor surfaces
Clean windows, doors and gutters
Keep property picked up and clean
Upgrade front door or front door hardware
Stay with the style of the house
Do you need to paint
Remember— How easy is it to find your house? Is the number out front? Do you get a warm inviting feeling when you
drive up? Are the front walkways,
gardens, door welcoming? Are you
transitioning from a public space to a private space? The answer to all of these questions should
be yes.
