You only have a 10 seconds to create a first impression – better make sure that this is a great one. Great curb appeal will get buyers into the door and them wanting your house. Common things that can greatly improve the look and feel of your house include:
- freshly painted entrance door
- painted shutters to go with roof color and/or foundation color
- entry door framing plants or planters with plants
- trimming trees to better see the house
- sometimes removing trees
- plants and landscaping that is in proportion to the house size
- edging grass alongside the walkway
- edging flower and landscaping beds
- fresh mulch
- fresh coat of stain or paint on front porch and deck
- strategically placed bench or Adirondack chairs
Barbara Corcoran shows some great visual example of before and afters in this segment on the Today Show:
