Is 'Curb Appeal' Really That Important When Selling Your Home? Yes - Here's Why
Can you think of the first time you either shopped for or bought a home? Now pause for a minute and remember that moment. What was it that you first noticed? Can you remember specific aspects of the appearance of the home, or is it specific landscape features? Did the colour of the door attract you or was it the clean windows? This is all the stuff that you see on a premier image that is displayed on an estate agent website or the first thing you see when you roll up to a property.
‘Curb appeal,' how your home looks from the curb, is a crucial aspect when you are selling your home. Here are a few reasons why.
Give A Strong First Impression
Everyone judges a book by its cover. No matter what people say, everyone forms an immediate opinion of something when they first lay an eye on it. This opinion can be changed but it will leave a lasting impression. If your paint is fading away, or your walls are chipped, or your siding has sustained substantial damage and your roof seems to be in disrepair, a potential buyer may not find your house attractive. If your weeds are growing and the walkway has rubbish piled up, they will assume that there may be several other issues within the property.
It is also important to pay attention to your home's curb appeal due to contrast. Potential home buyers will essentially compare your house with others in your neighbourhood
You’re trying to get the most money back from your property, and even if you don’t have a huge amount in the bank to tart it up, simply keeping things tidy will be appealing to a buyer.
Appeal To The Drive-By Buyers
In fact, it is important to note that a lot of potential buyers do not prefer getting in touch with your estate agent or attending an appointment at first. Instead, they may just drive past your home to see how the property looks and feels from the outside, and how it compares to other houses in that street. A few may even look into your backyard or look around the plot too.
Set Your Home Apart From The Neighbors
It is also important to pay attention to your home's curb appeal due to contrast. Potential home buyers will essentially compare your house with others in your neighbourhood. Always strive to have the best-kept house within the eyes immediate intake.
These are just a few simple bits of advice that can really make a difference. At GF residential & Property we’re always looking for properties to purchase. If you’re looking for a fast and efficient buyer of a home, we may be able to help! Our current areas of interest are South Wales, Shropshire and the West Midlands. If you would like to speak with us, then please drop us a call on 02382444293 or email on info@gf-rp.co.uk
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