Thursday, November 7, 2013

Jannet Haak Home Staging & Design - Tip: Curb Appeal

 Jannet Haak Home Staging & Design

Tip:Curb Appeal



Curb appeal is the impression people have when approaching your home.  It is crucial that this first impression is positive for potential buyers.  If the outside of your home is unappealing chances are they may just drive by rather than coming in for a viewing.

Spending some time of the exterior of your home can have a great impact. Here a some simple ways to create great curb appeal.

Look at the condition of the paint on window, doors and trim.  A fresh coat can make a big difference.  

The front door might look very inviting with new hardware and a punch of colour.  Red, green, blue?

Yards and gardens should be mowed, weeded and raked at this time of year.  Seasonal potted planters are an affordable way to add colour to the garden.  A new layer of mulch will give the soil a rich look.  Make sure plants are trimmed and not hiding any features of your home that you want to highlight.

Clean your windows, so very important.  Not just from the outside but also inside.  It will allow more light into your home and give a fresh look.

Store away any yard tools, toys and other clutter around the house.  Garbage and re-cycling bins should be placed in a tidy manner. 

Are the driveway, walkway or siding on the house dirty or stained?  A power washer can be used to clean these. 

Evening curb appeal should also be considered since we are heading into shorter day light time.  Front porch, walkways and driveways should be well lit to show a homes' features in the evening.  Solar light fixtures don't require wiring and can look attractive in an night time garden.

Since we are heading into fall and winter, consider taking photos of your home and gardens while they are still blooming.  If you are selling during the winter you will have some great images to use when posting your property!

Jamie Berube
Sales Representative
(905) 741-9104
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.
jamieberube@remaxescarpment.com
www.JamieBerube.com

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