 Articles tagged: Curb Appeal
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The phrase "curb appeal" has literally become a household word in the last few years – most homeowners want their house to have that pizzazz on first glance. So how does one get the nod from neighbors without spending too much money in the process? written by Maria Polidoro
Updating the exterior of a craftsman style home without losing the craftsman charm. written by Mike Andruff
Under no circumstances should you waste money and time on tidying the beds, weeding or even dumping some mulch to make things look better. The more forlorn and dead your flora looks, the less likely people will admire it or want to think of it as their own. Bonus points for any dead and decaying plants. written by Mike Andruff
Dreary overcast days, brown and withered gardens, muddy walking paths, and drizzling skies do not make for an inviting scene. While buyers don't expect a miracle when they visit your home in the winter, they do expect your property to be in its best possible condition under the circumstances. written by Justin Havre
According to statistics, 80% of new home buyers go on to the Internet and use the realty web sites on their own and then check things out before they speak to your listing realtor. written by Mike Andruff
There are a lot of neat things people are doing with cement these days, adding colors and creating patterns, or combining it with areas of paving stones. Done tastefully, this kind of thing can add a bit of glamor to your home, giving a great first impression. But if you've got a complicated pattern in mind, be sure to consult a professional, both for technical and aesthetic advice. written by Kevin Koitz
A yard is one of the first things people see when driving by your home. It makes a silent statement about the home and its owners, and a driveway or garden full of clutter, over ridden with weeds or in general disrepair, makes a very loud, negative statement. On the other hand, a house with great curb appeal has the potential to sell faster and generate more interest than the ho-hum house across the street.
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The earlier versions were often constructed from stone pillars with wooden cross-beams with a lattice roof. It was common to see ivy, grapevines, or other climbing plants winding around the wood, and filling the open spaces between the lattice. Today they are often constructed from pressure-treated wood or cedar. The many varieties of maintenance-free lumber products are also widely used. They give the look of wood, but never need painting, resist rot, peeling, and fading, and are available in a variety of colors. written by Dena Davis
1. The easiest way to jazz up your outdoor deck or patio is by using splashes of color. Sometimes it only means investing in a few accent pieces that make a bold statement and your outdoor living space perks right up. You don't always have to buy new – with a little elbow grease and some creativity you can make second hand items look brand new. Here are some ideas to help get you started. written by RE Writer
One of the easiest rock features to create is one that has a rustic stone bird bath or sun dial in the center and rocks and alpine plants cascading down from it. Other styles can include flat ledges of rock 'wedged' into the grass in layers to give the appearance of a natural outcrop of rock. written by RE Writer
If you are getting ready to sell, be prepared to make your home stand out in this market. If you look at real estate listings, it seems that almost everything is for sale. That's an exaggeration, but there are certainly a lot of homes and condos on the market. Also, because a lot of them are foreclosures, they're priced quite low. So what's an honest seller to do to make their home stand out, and be worth its asking price, in a glutted market? The answer lies in curb appeal, and beyond. written by Justin Havre
There is an old proverb that 'a bad workman always blames his tools' but (at the risk of using that as an excuse) trying to garden without the proper tools is tiresome! It is back breaking, it does take more time and it can even damage the roots of plants. However, this does not mean that we have to spend hundreds of dollars on buying the latest in garden tools. How many tools are really necessary for an average gardener who just wants to have a neat garden and grow a few flowers or veggies? written by Branden Schroeder
One way to catch a prospective buyer's attention to your listing is to mention the water feature that is installed in your back yard. We all love them, especially when they are already set up and running. There are many reasons why a water feature draws everyone's attention, including the hypnotic effect of watching the never ending motion of water; it is said that the sound of running water is relaxing. written by Mike Magner
As far as home improvements go, landscaping is a solid investment - in fact, a well designed outdoor project can offer a better return than most of those inside the house. Good landscaping can add between seven and 15 per cent value to your home and has a recovery value of 100 to 200 percent, so shell out now and get it back when you sell. written by Lou Lynch
If there's one thing Ulster County has, it's a lot of lakefront living. With 36 large bodies of water, protection of the aquatic environment should be of top priority to those living in Ulster County or anywhere else with a similar landscape. So what can owners of waterfront property, especially those on septic systems, do to maximize the health of their favorite lake? A lot!
written by Lou Lynch
As spring approaches, our minds turn to the outdoors. Warm weather and sunshine begs us to come outside to enjoy it. For many people, watching the fish and plants or listening to the gurgle of water from their very own pond is an ideal way to spend the spring and summer days.
written by Gary Ashton
With spring approaching, many of us are dying to get outdoors, some of us are itching to refinish our wooden decks and others of us are resisting the urge to rush out and plant our seeds too early! written by Branden Schroeder
Real estate is like any industry, a product has to look appealing for people to want to buy it. Just like the bruised and scabby apples will be the last ones chosen in the produce isle, so the houses with glaring flaws sit on the market, unsold. Sure, there are those that scout-out the best deals and often buy up damaged homes on potentially valuable lots, however your average home buyer needs to want to live somewhere in order to consider buying it. written by Mike Magner
Sometimes home upgrades can seem a daunting task, and on many levels. In the worst case scenario they require vast amounts of time, energy, living disturbance and of course, money. written by Nancy Gleason
Have you ever judged a book by its cover? Or, have you, in a frenzied state at the movie store, with no time to kill, grabbed what turned out to be a very bad movie because the cover was, well, pretty. written by Preston Guyton
There is really something to be said for a well-kept and well-loved lawn. It is easy to tell the difference between a lawn that is well cared for and one that has simply been tended to to sell the home. written by Sanjog Gopal
Selling a home is basically a competition. Your home is in direct competition with other homes in the area for however many buyers there happen to be that are looking in that area. written by Albert Bor
In looking for ways to upgrade your home and increase it's value when selling, one thing that can reap great rewards is the creation and maintenance of outdoor spaces. This is especially true in areas of the country like Arizona where outdoor living is simply a way of life. written by Doug Jones
Imagine, if you will; two identical homes for sale beside each other. One home has unkempt lawns, overgrown shrubbery and hedges, weedy gardens and so forth. The other home has well groomed lawns, trimmed shrubs and beautiful organized and colorful gardens. written by Eric Badgely
So you are selling your home and need a little guidance on getting it ready for the droves of interested buyers that will be coming to see what you have to offer? No problem. Getting a home ready for shows is a pretty simple thing. written by Gary Ashton
In selling a home it is imperative that a seller creates a significant amount of curb appeal for their home. Without this element it can be extremely difficult to garner the kind of attention that is necessary to distinguish one home from another on the real estate market. written by Reed Brinton
The summer season is traditionally the period in which there is the most action on home markets. Summer is an ideal time to move as there are usually no weather concerns and children can be moved and registered in new schools by September. written by Christian Jacobsen
How often have you driven through your town looking at homes and thinking: "Wow. That's a great home, but what's up with the yard?" This is something that is pretty common. It takes time and effort to keep a yard in tip-top condition and it can be hard to find that time with life being as busy and exhausting as it is. written by Christian Jacobsen
With so many homes on the real estate market today it has become essential for sellers to "enhance" their home offerings. Simply put their home must excel in comparison to the other homes on the market. Homes should be memorable and it should feel welcoming, and warm. written by Jonni Good
The item that is seen first by every potential buyer that drives by your house is your front lawn and garden. Spending some extra time on your landscaping can make a big difference in how long it takes to sell. << previous page 1 2 next page>> |
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