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You only get one chance to make a first impression – make it a good one!

Homeowners who are looking to sell their property often focus on beautifying the interior, from painting to cleaning to making it smell fresh. However, the exterior of the property is just as important! Sometimes you only get one chance to make a good first impression, and this could mean the difference between a home buyer driving right past your home or you putting the ‘sold’ sticker on your sign.

Here are some ways to improve your home’s curb appeal that are entirely affordable.

Make a Grand Entrance

It doesn’t matter if your property has a large, medium, or minimal-sized approach, making your front door the focal point will always create curb appeal. If a new door isn’t in your budget, you can spruce up the door you have. Giving it a fresh lick of paint and scrubbing down the walls can make it sparkle like new.

Fix Superficial Defects

Small defects do not directly affect the value of a property, but they can deter homebuyers if they are unsightly. A simple DIY makeover can get rid of these defects and restore your property to sell at the optimum price.

• Peeling paint
• Squeaky doors and windows
• Door latches that don’t work
• Moldy sealants in kitchens and bathrooms
• Loose tiles
• Broken windows
• Cracks or dents in the garden path

Give Your Yard a Makeover

You may be hesitant to touch the lawn and garden now that you’ve decided to sell. However, a little maintenance and sprucing here and there can go a long way in improving your home’s curb appeal. Before you take pictures and receive showings, mow the lawn, trim shrubbery and overhanging tree limbs, water the plants, and get rid of weeds in the garden. A little landscaping can go a long way.

Add New Lighting

Replacing the porch or front light fixtures not only help you to find your keys late in the evening, but also adds a stylistic statement. Solar lights are a great installment, as they are affordable and easy to use. Place them to strategically highlight your garden’s best features, such as a pretty flowerbed or place them beside a pathway to illuminate the way to the door.

Whether you’re buying or selling your home in the San Diego area, you’ll need to enlist the help of a knowledgeable real estate agent. Contact Jenn Blake Real Estate Group at 858.663.6788.