Catch homebuyers’ eyes with these landscaping updates and ideas.
First impressions are everything when it comes to selling your house. When a potential home buyer drives by your home, what will they see? The outside of your home should serve as a preview for the inside of your home.
“WOW” home buyers from the curb with these tips perfect for the fall.
- Spruce up your lawn
Brilliant fall foliage can automatically “sell” your home for showings, but that doesn’t mean you should forget about raking the leaves and mowing. Keep those leaves raked and give your lawn the TLC it needs to look great. Patch any brown spouts, and water the lawn as long as possible to keep it green and vibrant. - Plant fall flowers
Once lawn maintenance is handled, add a splash of color to your landscape by planting fall flowers. Some of the best fall flowers include vibrant mums, yellow marigolds, sedum or goldenrod. You can also place fall flowers in pots near your front door along with a few pumpkins as accents. - Highlight the front door
Calling attention to your front door is a good selling tactic no matter what season when you’re selling your house. Your front door is like an invitation to your home. Hang a fall wreath for added color and a festive touch. A fresh coat of paint in a vivid color can make your entrance stand out. - Tidy up the exterior
During the fall, your home becomes more exposed making its exterior appearance even more important. Before listing your home for sale, pressure wash your siding, sidewalks and walkways. Clean the windows. Apply a fresh coat of paint as needed. - Clear out the gutters
Being diligent about home maintenance tells buyers you care about your home’s upkeep. Keeping your gutters and downspouts clear from leaves and debris protects your home from water damage and ups the ante for curb appeal. - Invest in outdoor lighting
Days get shorter during the fall. Exterior light adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your landscape and improves safety. Illuminate your walkways, front door and important landscaping elements so the home shines no matter when people drive by. - Keep outdoor decorations simple
A simple fall wreath on the door and seasonal flowers make your home look inviting to potential homebuyers. However, scarecrows and spooky Halloween decorations may “scare off” homebuyers and distract them from your gorgeous exterior you’ve worked so hard to otherwise create.
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