Look at your property from across the street. What is your first impression of the house and yard? Take a photo of your property and look at it on your computer. This will simulate what buyers will see.
Curb Appeal and Backyard Tips
- Maintain regular watering, mowing, edging and weeding schedule.
- Remove any dead plants and replace with seasonal colorful plants when appropriate.
- Add fresh mulch to all beds.
- Remove lawn décor & equipment.
- Make sure front porch/entry way is clean and inviting.
- Make sure trees or bushes don’t touch people as they walk up to the front door.
- Make sure sprinklers are working.
- Repaint front door, if needed.
- Power wash the outside of the house.
- Make sure the porch lighting is working and free of cobwebs and spiders.
- Use outdoor furniture to create inviting spaces.
- Same rules apply to back yard.