Selling With Curb Appeal

Selling With Curb Appeal

First impressions do matter, especially in real estate. When selling your home, the tremendous importance of making a good first impression cannot be overstated. There’s not a seller out there who would want potential buyers to drive by and keep going because they do not like what they see on the outside. Buyers might be less likely to check out the rest of a house if the outside is rundown or unattractive—even if the interiors are stunning. If you’re looking to sell your house, great curb appeal will not only help you sell your home faster, but it can help the value as well. Kristen Davis, Realtor Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty provides a few tips on giving your curb appeal a boost.

“During this time of home quarantine, sellers can start to work cleaning up their home on the inside and outside to get their house ready to sell”, Kristen says.  Buyers start making assumptions about a home well before they step inside. Taking the time now to ensure your home looks its best both inside and out will help sellers get the best price possible.
Here are simple, quick, and affordable strategies you can deploy to give your curb appeal a boost and entice buyers to view your home in person.

Power-wash
Give your home a scrub! Make sure your power-washing includes all brick, siding, walkways, and decks/porches.

Paint The Front Door
Your front door should speak to your home’s style. Make sure you pick a complementary color to the siding that will make a buyer feel welcomed.

Landscape
Get to work and mow, rake, weed, mulch, and trim! Pay extra attention to overgrown trees, bushes, and bare patches. Be sure to plant some colorful blooms to create that visual impact.

Illuminate Your Space
You’ll most likely do showings during the day, but just in case prospective buyers drive by at night, you’ll want to make sure it’s attractive 24/7.  Add lighting along pathways and porch entrances for a touch of elegance.

Windows
Make sure all windows are cleaned and dusted, and don’t forget the window sills. People will be looking at the windows to get an idea of how much natural light they allow into the home—and clean windows make a big difference.

Be ready for the rebound. The market will open back up and buyers will be coming out in full force! If you keep your curb appeal up to snuff, your home will be first on their list and can sell at a good value and in a reasonable amount of time.

To connect virtually with Kristen Davis, or any of our real estate agents, to get your house ready to sell, call 201.939.7500.

FIRST IMPRESSION TIPS FOR 2018 SELLING

FIRST IMPRESSION TIPS FOR 2018 SELLING

When it comes to your home, first impressions are everything. Buyers will drive by and make an instant decision on whether they want to step inside. The exterior of your home, in conjunction with the landscaping, has the ability to make or break the first appearance. Just as important as accessories are to completing an outfit, the perfect front door can instantly increase the curb appeal of your home.

Cathy Vick, ERA Justin Realtor agent, with years experience, said, “To gain the viewpoint of the potential Buyer, walk across from the front of your home and give it a critical look. Is there something that is less than appealing? Does it look neat, clean and most of all, inviting? Take notes and decide where your improvement dollars might be best spent. Whether you replace your front door, or spruce up the one you now have, the improvement will be noticeable. You will get your share of positive comments from friends and neighbors about how handsome the house looks. Red, purple, or green front doors are not uncommon today. The door is a relatively small space, considering the expanse of the front of most homes, so you can choose an unconventional color for the door and not have it overwhelm the facade. And because of the small area of the door, it can be easily repainted if you change your mind. Some experts have reported that a yellow door adds immediate impact and clearly says, 'Welcome.' If you have a solid wood door, consider refinishing it. If the wood is particularly beautiful or interesting, you can simply oil or seal it to show off the grain. Talk to someone at the paint store about the best way to enhance the appearance of your wood door and protect it against the elements. You can also freshen up the entrance by polishing or replacing the hardware on the door.”

Cathy continued, “Steel and fiberglass top the list of popular door choices, but wood doors continue to do well. Wood surfaces must be refinished and varnished every few years. Oak is an excellent wood for a front door but is very hard and does not accept paint well. Keep this in mind should you decide to paint it later on. Consider whether your home is stucco or brick, and note the interesting architectural details. Your front door should enhance the existing elements, not compete with them. Newer homes with cleaner exterior lines can take on an elaborate door. New stock doors give you dozens of options, while a custom door is often the focal point of the property. Whether you paint, refinish, or replace the door, freshening up the entrance is sure to enhance your home's curb appeal.”

Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger, ERA Justin owner-brokers suggested, “While making a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) report for our Sellers, a comprehensive report in all aspects, we can make some first impression suggestions. It is complete with color photos and detailed information, and can make pricing easier for those planning a sale. Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our details will make the difference. We ask buyers and sellers to compare. We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, we try to be as comprehensive as possible. In that way, we know that our buyers and sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, and the most sought award that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award. ERA Real Estate was the recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.