Maintain Curb Appeal This Winter
Wisconsin winters can leave many of us wondering when it is going to end. The snow and ice are even more of a problem when you are trying to sell your home. You certainly don’t want anyone to slip and fall while trying to get inside. For buyers, driving up to a property that is covered in a sea of white snow can make every house look the same.
Here are a few ways to make your house stand out:
- Give the front door a fresh coat of paint.
- Update the lighting at your front door, newer fixtures can frame the entrance to a home.
- Replace that old worn-out door mat.
- Consider placing colorful urns or planters on either side of the front door. Planting an evergreen, holly or poinsettia in the urn will draw the buyer’s eye in as well.
- Make sure your address is able to be seen when driving by. Replace small numbers with larger ones.
- Make sure that your driveway and all walkways are cleaned, edged and properly illuminated.
- Lastly, make sure prospective buyers can picture themselves living in your house. This means not going overboard with holiday decorations. You want the décor to be tasteful and not to overpower the home itself. Give the buyer a chance to envision your home in its everyday condition.
One more thing to remember, it is getting dark pretty early these days. It is a good idea to leave the outside light on. It makes it easier to get inside, and can help prevent a buyer from slipping, too.
The Kuchta’s - Kelly & Colleen thekuchtas.shorewest.com
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Colleen Kuchta
