Every house that hits the market these days is getting a lot of attention. It's a great opportunity for you to maximize the price you get for your home. An easy way to do this is to make sure your home is irresistible to buyers (or renters!) from the moment they pull into the driveway.
Here are 5 simple ways you can improve your home’s curb appeal before the first Open House.
Add Flowers
This is probably the simplest way to make your home stand out and look it’s best. If the season is right, go with classic Hamptons hydrangeas. You can go small with just two plants on either side of the front doors or steps…or go all out and line the front of your house for a real show stopper.
If that’s not your style, add some planters with seasonal flower or plants. Spring, go for Tulips & Daffodils. Winter you can use evergreens or have your local flower/plant shop create a special front step arrangement.
Whichever you decide, some color will liven up that first impression of your home.
Update Hardware
Power Wash the Exterior
The home we live in now was a fixer upper when we bought it. Last summer, we had the entire exterior power washed and it made it look like a brand new house! If your house has those classic Hamptons cedar shingles or siding, I highly recommend a power wash before your house hits the market.
Check out the difference it made with our house!
Update the Mailbox
This one is so simple it’s often overlooked. An updated mailbox with easy to read numbers adds a noticeable polished touch. It definitely helps with first impressions and sets buyers up to expect good things once they step inside. This is another great spot to plan some flowers or greenery.
I realize, many Hamptons homes don’t have mailboxes— it’s still important to have some way of displaying the house number, especially now that your house is for sale. Add a post with the house numbers or get a number sign made off Etsy. Add some flowers and you’re good to go!
Update Hardware
This can be a simple swap of the front door handles to something more modern or styled. For even more style, you can update the doorbell, light fixtures, and numbers on the house as well. Assess where your home is feeling the most tired and spend your money there.
Create an Inviting Entry
This is where you can get creative and show off a little of your personal style. Bare minimum— make sure you have a beautiful seasonal wreath, an a simple doormat. For some extras, you can add a few lanterns, planters or other decor. When in doubt, keep it simple! Too much clutter will be a distraction.