The trick to selling an older house is increasing its curb appeal. First what is curb appeal? And how do you increase it? Curb appeal is the first impression you get when you look at a house from the roadside. It is either a "wow" or something else less. Of course, we are striving for a "wow"!
Start by checking the roof. If you notice any mold or discolorations, you should contact a specialist in roof washing. Mold on a house will automatically turn off a buyer.
Next, apply a fresh coat of a good quality outside paint, in an eye pleasing color, to the whole house. Accent the window frames with a complimentary shade of paint. Scrub the window panes until they sparkle. Now stand back and admire your evolving house.
Trim the existing shrubbery around the house, discarding all dead ends. Be sure to plant new shrubbery wherever it is needed. Remove any unsightly weeds. Now here is where you can dress up your house with flowers. Choose flowers that will enhance the color of your newly painted house. Planting small groups of similarly colored flowers together will enhance their "wow" factor. Three or four different colored flowers, when planted in individual groups, will do wonders for your yard.
Last, but not least, the lawn must be well trimmed. Reseed bare spots, if there are any. Don't forget to trim close to porches, flower beds, driveway edges or any other spot the lawnmower can't reach. Now, stand on the curb and experience the "wow" factor. Your house is now ready to be listed on the least expensive, most reliable house selling service, the Flat Fee MLS database.
John is the author of Flat Fee MLS articles for Flat Fee Listing. You can find more information at Flat Fee Listing.
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