Boosting Your Home's Curb Appeal

What would buyers see if they drove up to your home? Take a look. Stand outside your home and try to look at it through a buyer's eyes. First impressions are lasting impressions. If buyers see paint peeling, a crack in a window, or an unkempt yard, they are apt to speculate that there are other, more substantial things wrong with the home.
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That first impression, or curb appeal, can make the difference in the amount of money a buyer is willing to offer.
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Here are some suggestions to enhance the curb appeal of your home:
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• Mow the lawn, clean up the yard, and prune the shrubs
• Scrub or paint the front porch and door
• Check porch/deck and hand railings to ensure they are secure
• Wash the windows; make them sparkle
• Pick up and put away toys and bikes
• Check that lawn furniture is in good repair, or store it away
• Add charm with pots of flowers
• Repair and paint the fence, if necessary
• Repair the roof, gutters, and downspouts as necessary

These improvements are essential. A prospective buyer, when met with an untidy home, can't help but wonder if there are problems with the rest of the house.
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Sometimes it helps to have an objective perspective. Feel free to call The Puffer Team at 828-771-2300
if we can answer any questions or make any suggestions to improve your home's curb appeal, you can also contact us via our website, www.homefinderasheville.com.

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