Selling Your Home - Exterior Ideas
The first item on the list is an easy one. The paint. Paint jobs can deteriorate and fade over the years as environmental factors tend to cause wear and tear on the surface of your home. New paint is a great way to take years off the home and revitalize its look. Of course, if you have a home made of brick or siding, there is really no need or want to paint. With a brick home, try power washing the bricks to bring them back to their full glory. A simple wash of siding can make it look like new again. Make sure to use a cleaner that is safe for your siding surface. When painting, you will want to stick with neutral colors as a more personalized paint choice can alienate certain buyers and you need to draw as many buyers as possible.
The yard also plays an important role in the sale of your home. The yard is one of the prime elements in the curb appeal of any home, and as such should be a high priority area in terms of upgrades. Is you lawn kind of patchy? Perhaps some new lawn is in order. A lush and rich lawn is a huge attraction factor for buyers and sets a great frame for any home. When this is coupled with well-tended gardens and some nice flowers, it creates a picture that is both beautiful, and attractive to buyers. The more attention you pay to the scenic elements of your home, the more buyers will notice the care and time you have spent on your home. If time has shown anything, it is that buyers like to purchase homes that have been well cared for.
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Virginia Wherland is a REALTOR(r) as well as the founder and broker of Associates Realty. Associates Realty is proud to specialize in Edina, Minneapolis real estate. For access to the beautiful homes and properties in Minneapolis, contact Associates Realty today or visit us online at http://www.associatesrealty.net
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