The summer market is around the corner and I would like to share some ideas with home owners who are looking to put their house in the market. As they say first impression is last impression, so first impression of your home is front yard or entry area. These little ideas and upgrade would not cost much but are huge beneficial, especially when these days some buyers just want to drive by the property before even looking inside. So little bit of attention on the curb appeal will be inviting a lot more buyers than an ordinary looking front yard of the house.

Here are a few of those ideas which will help to enhance the curb appeal of your home.

1. Dress up the front door

Your home’s front entry is the focal point of its curb appeal. Make a statement by giving your front door a blast of color with paint or by installing a custom wood door. Clean off any dirty spots around the knob, and use metal polish on the door fixtures. Your entry should also reflect the home’s interior, so choose a swag or a wreath that reflects your personal style.

2.Replace old hardware

House numbers, the entry door lockset, a wallmounted mailbox, and an overhead light fixture are all elements that can add style and interest to your home’s exterior curb appeal. If they’re out of date or dingy, your home may not be conveying the aesthetic you think it is.

3. Install outdoor lighting

Low-voltage landscaping lighting makes a huge impact on your home’s curb appeal while also providing safety and security. Fixtures can add accent lighting to trees or the house or can illuminate a walking path.

4. Dress up the driveway

If your driveway is cracked or stained or has vegetation sprouting from it, you can upgrade it for curb appeal without doing a complete redo. First repair the cracks and stains (and kill the weeds), then dress it up by staining the concrete or affixing flagstones. If you need more room to move your car or park, add stone, brick, or pavers to the sides of the drive to widen it with flair.

5. Upgrade railings

Porch and stoop railings can deteriorate quickly if not treated properly. If your railings are past their prime, look for quality wood or metal components to replace the existing material and improve curb appeal. As with other improvements attached directly to the house, make sure the Navtej Khela Realtor and Mind Power Trainer RAISE THE CURB APPEAL OF YOUR HOME color, scale, design, details, and material are compatible with the home’s main features.

So, a little bit of investment on these upgrades can get your home sold at top dollars and quicker and can attract more buyers, more buyers means better price for your property.

Navtej Khela
Realtor and Mind Power Trainer
604-700-8568