How to Double Your Curb Appeal in 3 Easy Steps

Just because we are smack dab in the middle of a seller’s market right now in Manatee County, doesn’t mean that your house is going to fly off the market if you don’t put in a little effort. If you are selling your home, then you are probably familiar with the term “curb appeal”, or how your home appears at first glance from someone driving by. The downside of how beautiful Bradenton, Florida is, is that the majority of our homes here look gorgeous. Sprucing up your home’s appeal to buyers is a great way to get a leg up. Here is how to double your curb appeal in 3 easy steps.

Make your front lawn look amazing

This one sounds a lot harder than it really is. People down here are used to a lot of beautiful nature, and a lot of open green space. Bradenton real estate is known for its beautiful homes and gardens. The homes that I see sell the most are the ones with beautiful flowers, freshly cut grass, tidy bushes, and stone additions. For example, consider having a stone walkway being added up to the front door. It not only makes the house look more regal, it impresses potential buyers immediately.

Modernize your roof

A lot of real estate tips tell you to redo your roof in order to get more curb appeal. Thing is, that might not be enough. Modernizing the roof is the best way to go. The material on top of the home is responsible for keeping nature out and keeping things like air conditioning in, so it’s one of the most important features, and one that many homebuyers lose a lot of sleep over. Using modern materials like plastic made to look like wood shingles is great for our climate, and many people prefer clay because of its durability. Remember that Florida gets pretty hot and that we are one of the wettest states in the union!

Grab a paint brush

You can either do it yourself or have a professional take over. Either way, get someone to put a fresh coat of paint on your home. This might be the easiest and most efficient way to add value to your selling price here in Bradenton. We appreciate a home that’s been dolled up for guests. Make sure to stay neutral on the color, so that you appeal to the widest audience. Wild greens and yellows might appeal to tortured artists, but the average buyer is going to want something a little more moderate.

Selling your home in Bradenton requires a little bit of elbow grease, a great real estate agent, and a bit of patience. But if you know how to double your curb appeal in these 3 easy steps, then you can way ahead of the game. I’ve been selling real estate in Bradenton, Florida for long enough to know what people want to see. Contact me today to learn more about how I can help you get your home off the market.