Real Estate Home Selling Advice to Help You Attract Potential Buyers (2)

Make a list of the problem areas you discovered. Tackle clean up and
repair chores first, then put some time into projects that make the
grounds more attractive.
• Kill mold and mildew on the house, sidewalks, roof, or driveway.
• Stow away unnecessary garden implements and tools.
• Clean windows and gutters.
• Pressure wash dirty siding and dingy decks.
• Edge sidewalks and remove vegetation growing between concrete or bricks.
• Mow the lawn. Get rid of weeds.
• Rake and dispose of leaves, even if your lot is wooded.
• Trim tree limbs that are near or touching the home's roof.
Don't Forget the Rear View
Buyers doing a drive by will try their best to see your back yard. If
it's visible from another street or from someone's driveway, include
it in your curb appeal efforts.
Evening Curb Appeal
Do your curb appeal exercise again at dusk, because it isn't unusual
for potential buyers to drive by houses in the evening.
One quick way to improve evening curb appeal is with lighting:
• String low voltage lighting along your driveway, sidewalks, and near
important landscaping elements.
• Add a decorative street lamp or an attractive light fixture to a front porch.
• Make sure lighting that's visible through front doors and windows
enhances the home's appearance.