First impressions count! That's why curb appeal is such a large factor when home buyers are considering buying a home. I have many clients ask me what they should do to their yard before putting their Pearland home on the market. Here is a list of things that I tell my clients:
Front Door - Make sure that your front door is freshly painted or at the very minimum, clean it so that there are no marks. The appearance of the front door makes a huge impression on potential buyers. I had one client tell me that after she had her front door freshly painted, it made the entry into the house 10 times better. Additionally, replace any outdated light fixtures. Home Improvement stores offer a wide variety of inexpensive – yet fashionable light fixtures that can add value to your home.
Lawn Care – Having your lawn properly manicured is a MUST when you place your home on the market. This is especially key during the summer when lawns grow fast. I often tell clients to make sure lawns are mowed before the weekend when their house is typically shown the most.
Mailbox Makeover – Do a mailbox makeover! If your mailbox is looking a little weathered, a quick fix is to buy a can of spray paint that best matches the look of the house and go to town! It may seem like a small thing to do but it can add to the general “wow” factor of your house!
Fresh Paint Goes a Long Way - Double check the exterior of your house. Do you have paint flaking off? Pearland home buyers are looking for house that is "move-in ready" and if your home looks like it will need a lot of work - it can turn them off. By adding a fresh coat of paint to the trim of the house or to the siding, you can add thousands of dollars in value to your home.
Let Your Garden Grow– Adding a flower bed not only beautifies your house but it gives a potential home buyer the impression that you care for your house. Look to add seasonal flowers that will thrive during the time your house is on the market. Also keep in mind whether these flowers or shrubs will be in direct sunlight or in a shaded area. If you already have a garden bed, then add fresh mulch to it.
Window Boxes- Adding window boxes with beautiful flowers is such an elegant way to add color to your yard. Window boxes are especially helpful when you don't have enough space to have a large garden bed. They also tend to help your house "pop" and stand out.
Add Some Shade– Pearland Home buyers love shade trees – they cut down on energy costs and look great! However, buying them can be expensive! One of my favorite things to do is to go to a place like Houston Garden Center at the end of the summer and buy trees or large shrubbery. Garden stores normally reduce their prices anywhere from 40 – 70% off retail prices. Since we live in an area that typically has mild winters, it is easier to buy these plants at discounted rates and then plant them. This does take some advanced planning but is worth it in my opinion!
These are just a few simple and easy way to add curb appeal to your Pearland home. The work will definitely pay-off when you place your house for sale. If you would like more tips on how to get your Pearland house ready to sell, please give me a call or email me – I’d love to help you!
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