Exterior and Curb Appeal • Experts say most buyers make their decision at first sight. General Exterior • Buyers will react well to signs your home has been meticulously maintained. • Manicure landscaping: mow, edge and water lawn, trim hedges, weed and fertilize flowerbeds, and prune trees. • Keep driveway clean and free of parked cars, and keep the garage door closed. • Repair or replace loose or damaged roof shingles. • Minimize cracks or crumbling on walkways, walls, or steps, and keep them clean and free of obstructions like toys or snow. • Items from RV’s to waste cans left out can contribute to a cluttered or busy appearance. Make sure that from the street, your property appears clear. • Inspect appearance of interior window coverings from the curb. • Repair any peeling paint of loose caulking on windows or other areas. • Take steps to eliminate insect or rodent pests. • Pick up after your pets and neighborhood animals. Doorway • While agents work the lockbox for a key, buyers h...
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