Curb appeal

Amazing curb appeal transforms ordinary looking homes into stunning displays. Chances are that most buyers do not view your home to be much different that the other homes in the Fraser Valley. However, if your home "reaches out to the buyer", there is a good possibility that they would be willing to pay a higher price for it.

Ways to improve curb appeal

While there are many way of enhancing the curb appeal of your home, here are some important tips:

Start with an objective evaluation

Most sellers have lived in their homes for so long that they fail to objectively see any faults in their home. Many times an addition to the landscape, or even removing something can do wonders in enhancing the look of your home. Getting an objective assessment of your home will help in noticing details like the crack on the wall, the weeds in the backyard, the overgrown trees that hide the beautiful columns of your home etc.

Maintenance and repair

Do not cheat your buyer into thinking your home is in great shape if it isn’t. If something needs repair, you need to get it done soon. Try painting the home, replace the front door, or atleast the doorknob. If you have wooden flooring, wax the floors well etc.

Involve your Realtor

You can ask your real estate agent to guide you with the features of the home that need help. You could try improving the lighting, fences, gates, driveway, windows, porches, entryways etc. You could also do up the outdoor furnishings, painting etc. Most homes for sale in the Fraser Valley will sell fast if the exteriors look charming.

Get the help from a landscaper

The best way you’re going to sell fast is by rapid improvements to the home exterior. This is at best possible only with a professional landscaper. Landscapers are experienced in making over homes and they are the best people to guide you. There are plenty of landscapers in the Fraser Valley; ask your Realtor to recommend one they have experience with.

Talk to your neighbours

If you need to add or remove something on the exterior of your home, chances are that your neighbours know all about it! Ask them what they think should be added or removed to enhance the curb appeal of your home.

Evaluating your home dispassionately and objectively will give you a good idea on what you need to improve. Imagine yourself as a buyer walking towards you home for the first time. What jumps out at you as an eye sore? What catches your attention and "reaches out to you"? Fix what needs to be fixed; highlight the strong points of your home.