Tuesday 9 April 2013

Selling Your Home in Spring: Tips for Maximizing Curb Appeal

Homes in Charlotte
Spring typically marks the start of real estate season with people looking to sell their homes to upsize, upgrade, or downsize.  If you’re looking to sell your home this spring, it’s important to remember that first impressions can be lasting impressions.

That’s why it’s so important that when prospective buyers see your home; their first impression is one of awe.  However, you don’t need to spend a fortune to maximize your home’s curb appeal.  Here are 5 ways to spruce up your home’s exterior, to bring in the best offers you can.

1. Clean up the Hardware
Your door knob, any attached mailboxes, and light fixtures ought to be clean, and damage free.  If cleaning them thoroughly doesn’t make them shine; invest in new pieces.  The last thing you want is a rusty door knob turning off a potential buyer.

2. Brighten Up The Place
To make your home appear welcoming, make sure the front door has a pop of color, by refreshing the paint.  The clean and cheerful entrance will serve to endear potential buyers to what lies inside.  (On the contrary, a drab, dull front door may dissuade those from driving by your home from wanting to even see the interior).

3. Cover Up Dead Areas of the Lawn
Big trees lead to big shade, which can leave dead areas around your lawn.  But when you have decided to put your home up for sale (perhaps to buy a True Home), you don’t want dead grass detracting from your home’s attractiveness.  Mulch around the base of large trees can be an easy solution to a lackluster lawn.

4. Spruce Up The Yard
A little pruning goes a long way, and bit of planting goes even further.  Weed flower beds, trim back overgrown shrubs, and plant a few extra flowers to showcase not only the home itself but the lot it sits on.

5. Wash Patios, Driveways & Walkways
Pressure washing your patio, front porch, driveway and walkways will give your home an overall tidy appearance.  Washing away stains and mildew will help your home to look shiny and clean to buyers.

At True Homes, our goal is to provide you with the house of your dreams.  As the largest builder of new homes in greater Charlotte, NC; we can help you achieve a comfortable, affordable and environmentally friendly home for your family.  To speak with a sales representative about your options today, visit www.truehomeusa.com or call 704-271-1191.

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