{"id":2918,"date":"2017-04-21T09:53:10","date_gmt":"2017-04-21T13:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/?p=2918"},"modified":"2022-12-13T10:28:18","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T15:28:18","slug":"curb-appeal-can-boost-home-sale-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/21\/curb-appeal-can-boost-home-sale-price\/","title":{"rendered":"Curb appeal can boost home sale price"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you want to increase the sale price<\/a> of your home this spring, you will no doubt focus on the interior.  But how does the home\u2019s exterior look?  You\u2019d be surprised about the amount of necessary cleaning, decluttering <\/a>and repairing around the exterior of your home.  But don\u2019t skimp on the exterior home preparations before your sale – research conclusively shows that improving your home\u2019s curb appeal can increase the sale price by as much as 8 percent<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An empirical study conducted by Chen, Evans-Cowley, Rutherford, and Stanley (An Empirical Analysis of Effect of Housing Curb Appeal on Sales Price of Newer Houses. International Research Journal of Applied Finance<\/em>. 2013, Vol. 4 No 11, p1407-1419) was the first to demonstrate the relationship between a home\u2019s sale price and curb appeal.  The authors also discussed how home buyers\u2019 preferences in a home\u2019s exterior influence the home\u2019s sale price.  Besides curb appeal, they suggest that the home\u2019s architectural elements could also be important in the final sale price.  The idea that today\u2019s modern designs are more desirable, and likewise costs more money, is only transitory; such that today\u2019s designs could become trite and tired in twenty years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The study used a seven-point \u201cattractiveness\u201d scale to determine how respondents viewed the attractiveness of a home\u2019s exterior.  They concluded that there is a relationship between a home\u2019s exterior attractiveness and the home\u2019s sale price.  In fact, they reported that a one-point increase in their scale corresponded to an 8 percent increase in the home\u2019s value!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home buyers make assumptions about your home\u2019s interior based on the appearance of the exterior.  An unattractive exterior can repel home buyers before they even see the beautiful and updated interior.  Attract home buyers<\/a> and boost your home sale price by focusing on cleaning, repairing, and \u201cfinishing\u201d your home\u2019s exterior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Basic landscaping can make a huge difference in your home\u2019s attractiveness.  Having too many plants, or letting them grow too much can make the home\u2019s exterior appear crowded and unkempt.  Make sure your lawn is full but manicured throughout your listing.  Properly trimmed trees not only look tidy, but allow home buyers to see your home from the street.  Appropriately placed and trimmed shrubs and flower beds can accent the home\u2019s architectural design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check your home\u2019s siding.  Replace and repair any missing or broken siding pieces.  Freshen up siding by power cleaning, or painting.  Even if your home has artificial materials as siding, inspect window frames and fascia boards; these areas are often neglected and may need urgent repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does the deck look?  Unless you maintain the deck regularly, chances are it may seem dull and tired, and may need to be re-treated.  Even if your deck is made of artificial decking, check the railings.  Hire a licensed contractor to repair and secure the deck as necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How about the sidewalks and patio?  The sidewalk and patio can be easily cleaned by power washing.  Cracks in the sidewalk and patio are not only unsightly, but can be a trip hazard.  Cracks are typically caused by rain and water runoff, but can be repaired.  Consider also sealing the sidewalk and patio to prevent further water damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, consider finishing the exterior to make your home more appealing and cordial.  Much like staging <\/a>the home\u2019s interior, you can use similar principles to increase the exterior\u2019s attractiveness; such as placing appropriate chair(s) and potted plant(s) on the porch, deck or patio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Dan Krell
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If you want to increase the sale price of your home this spring, you will no doubt focus on the interior.  But how does the home\u2019s exterior look?  You\u2019d be surprised about the amount of necessary cleaning, decluttering and repairing around the exterior of your home.  But don\u2019t skimp on the exterior home preparations before … <\/p>\n

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