{"id":14288,"date":"2019-12-01T08:55:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-01T16:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=14288"},"modified":"2019-11-28T08:58:40","modified_gmt":"2019-11-28T16:58:40","slug":"step-up-the-game-home-value-with-simple-tips-for-boosting-curb-appeal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2019\/12\/step-up-the-game-home-value-with-simple-tips-for-boosting-curb-appeal\/","title":{"rendered":"Step-Up The Game &#038; Home Value with Simple Tips for Boosting Curb Appeal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Curb appeal is extremely important not only to resale value and the likelihood of selling a property, but also to the overall look and feel of a home. Potential homebuyers judge homes within the first few seconds of glancing at them. Therefore, if the outside of your home doesn\u2019t grab their attention, then you may have already lost them\u2014no matter how pristine the inside of the house is, Step up your game (and home value) with these simple tips for boosting curb appeal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Update your landscaping<\/strong><br \/>\nAs we just mentioned, the front of your house is the first thing people will see\u2014it\u2019s what they\u2019ll base their judgments on. As such, if your outdoor space is a little lacking, try making a few easy updates. Make sure any grass is healthy and well-trimmed, and consider a new material for your driveway or even an update to your deck or front porch. Plenty of landscaping ideas can help boost your curb appeal, so pick a few and get started on them.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Clean up the exterior<\/strong><br \/>\nSpring cleaning shouldn\u2019t just refer to your junk drawer and the dreaded attic clear-out. Make sure to power wash your outdoor surfaces; wipe down your patio furniture; and clear dust, dirt, and dead bugs off your garage door. All these little changes can make a huge difference. If you really want to go above and beyond, clean out your gutters, too.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Get a new garage door<\/strong><br \/>\nIf your garage door is loud, unreliable, or simply outdated, it can have a negative effect on your home\u2019s curb appeal. Look into a more modern option, or find one that fits the desired feel of your home. If you live in a mid-century modern home, for example, a rustic barn-style garage door may not be fitting. Use your best judgment, and keep in mind what\u2019s best for your longer-term goals: for instance, do you plan to sell soon? Will potential buyers like the door you picked?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Modernize your hardware<\/strong><br \/>\nOutdoor lights are a great way to lead the eyes at night. Line your paths with updated light fixtures. Just as with the garage door, try to choose lanterns or lamps to fit your home\u2019s feel and design. Keep current trends in mind: gold fixtures are becoming less popular, while silver and bronze are on the rise. If you\u2019re not planning to sell soon, get whichever fixtures stand out to you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realtybiznews.com\/tips-for-boosting-curb-appeal\/98756695\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tips for Boosting Curb Appeal<\/a> by Anita Townes | Realty Biz News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Curb appeal is extremely important not only to resale value and the likelihood of selling a property, but also to the overall look and feel of a home. 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