THE EXTERIOR
Buyers generally decide if they want to see the inside within 20 seconds of viewing your property's external attractiveness (curb appeal). No matter how magnificent your house is on the inside, many buyers will drive by without even stopping if the curb appeal doesn't say, "I'm loved, and I'm cared for." The following, at a minimum, should be addressed when you put your house on the market: Attractive landscaping provides instant curb appeal. Keep the lawn mowed and tidy. Freshen the flower beds. Add fresh pine straw or chips. If the exterior paint is old and not in top condition - paint. A bucket of paint provides a good return on investment! On top of making your house look better physically, psychologically, it translates to the buyer that you love the house so much that you take care of it. That counts. Repair/replace torn window screens.
Replace cracked window panes. Make sure windows are operable. Wash windows so they sparkle. Pressure wash the deck and driveway if necessary. Clean the gutters. If the roof is stained, have it professionally cleaned.
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