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What are some curb appeal mistakes to avoid?

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Real Estate Agent with Midwest Premier Realty, Gurnee IL 224-321-0699

When it comes to your home, curb appeal can make or break buyers' interest in your property. Scan the list below to see if you're guilty of these four curb appeal mistakes:

Clutter mania - a cluttered driveway may mean there's not enough room to store everything in the garage. Tidy up. The less a buyer can see, the better.

Painter's plight - you may love the new shade of Bahama Mama for the garage doors, but not everyone is as bold as you are. When you're selling your home, think tame.

Personal possessions - potential buyers will want to see themselves on your porch or in your garden. They don't want to see your garden art; personal statements say this is your home, not their home-to-be.

Upkeep nightmare - those prize-winning rose bushes may be your pride and joy, but a potential buyer might see hours of upkeep. Aim for low-maintenance landscaping.

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David Hill

David Hill

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Steve Ewing - Keller Williams Realty
Keller Williams - Stockton, CA

David - We have all seen those properties that look more like a storage unit than a place where someone lives.  Sometimes a little clean up goes a long way in making a property more attractive to buyer's.  Thanks for the blog.

Sep 15, 2014 08:45 AM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

     I saw a house recently with "Gnomes" in the front yard. 

       Come on, Seller - pack those away somewhere!

Sep 15, 2014 08:51 AM