You've decided to sell "FSBO", but you have done any home preparation before placing the ad. I'm talking "curb appeal". If you can not get out of the customer in front yard, they will not sell as fast. For some people, its' location, location, location. I say its' curb appeal.
curb appeal is the difference if it will be sold in 3 weeks or 3 months. Usually, most owners can take a few weekends before placing an ad to sell and sign, to get the basics of curb appeal on the site.
curb appeal is like cash in the bank! It will not break either, and believe me it makes a difference. Recently, a customer of mine brought customers online flyers for about 10 properties have been interested in. I made the appointment with the sellers and the three properties, the buyers said he does not want to go inside after we arriced property. When I asked why, they said there is no curb appeal.
Here are some basics of curb appeal:
1 Landscaping - It is usually only an investment in time and about $ 200 for the beauty of bark and flowers. Remove all dead plants, digging weeds, spreading some beauty bark, and plant some inexpensive shrubery or flowers. Do not forget to mow the lawn on a regular basis and keep it green if it is the right time of year. Edges of the grass will make a difference when buyers see a little closer. Zap weeds in pavement cracks and August. Some flower pots on the front porch will also provide the added benefit of curb appeal.
2 If possible, give a home a fresh coat of paint. Do not forget to unclog gutters as there is nothing worse than water overflowing from the gutters.
3 Make sure all outside lighting is in working order. Replace fixtures or bulbs required. Keep the lights on in the evening, as you'll get some drivebys.
4 Make sure all clutter is removed from the yard. Do not forget to educate your kids keep their toys and bikes in the garage, not in the yard.
I once read in an article that NAR (National Association of Realtors) reported that curb appeal is the main reason for 49% of home sales.
Once you get your garden in order, step back into the street and give it a glance. Also, access by car and see how it looks. If everything looks OK, time to get that first ad, and plant the sign.
Remember that curb appeal sells homes!
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