Snap Judgements are Inevitable

Selling your home can be a daunting task, but one of the most important things you can do to make it easier is to focus on the curb appeal. The term “curb appeal” refers to the positive impressions that potential home buyers have when they first see your house from the outside, from the curb.  It’s one of the most important parts of getting the most out of the sale of your home and it’s often sadly overlooked.

No matter how nice the insides of your home may be, potential buyers will make snap judgments about your house when they first pull up outside. So it’s essential that you spruce up the exterior of your house to make sure that everyone who drives by will have a good impression. Here are some reasons why having great curb appeal is so important when selling your house and how we can help.

You Can Only Make One First Impression

It seems obvious, but the first impression that prospective buyers get when they see your house is everything.  By focusing on your curb appeal, you can anticipate a buyer’s reaction when they first see the house and instantly fall in love.  The worst case scenario is that they feel nothing, neutral about your house.  Prospective buyers like this will be unenthused and drag their feet.  However, if the first impression they have is one of reverie and awe, you’ve done your job with curb appeal correctly.

Stand Apart from the Competition

If you’re trying to sell your home in a competitive market, having great curb appeal can help you stand out from other houses on the block. A well-maintained exterior and attractive landscaping will let people know that you take pride in your home and care for it properly. Never underestimate the power of newly manicured landscaping.  It provides the buyer with a vision of your house that is aspirational.  Plus, even if there are several homes for sale in your area, yours will be the one that is actually remembered thanks to its unbeatable curb appeal.

It Makes Buyers Feel Welcome

The way that you decorate and maintain the exterior of your home sets the tone for potential buyers before they even step inside. Making sure that everything looks neat and inviting gives them a feeling of warmth and comfort right away, something that can go a long way towards making them feel at ease while they tour the inside of your house. A few potted plants by the front door or colorful window boxes can also add an extra touch of hominess that prospective buyers might appreciate.

It Can Increase Your Home’s Value

Curb appeal isn't just important for getting people interested in buying your home; it can actually increase its value as well! It’s no wonder then that houses with great curb appeal sell for an average 7% more than the more unkempt looking homes.  A well-maintained exterior helps buyers feel more confident that they're investing their money into a quality property, which means they'll be willing to pay more money for it. Plus, improvements like replacing old siding or adding new landscaping features can also boost its overall value even further.

Having great curb appeal is essential when selling your house, not only because it helps to draw people in and make them feel welcome, but because it could potentially increase its overall value too! Investing some time and effort into sprucing up the exterior of your house before listing it on the market could really pay off in the end, so contact us if you’re thinking about putting your house on the market.  We can help you find an aesthetic that will have heads turning, replete with home additions, gorgeous landscaping and hardscaping, and so much more.  Call us today for a free consultation and let’s build up your house’s curb appeal together!