Tips for getting ready to sell: Curb Appeal

Curb Appeal

As a seller in the Tucson real estate market, it's important to ensure that your home stands out from the rest. One of the first things that potential buyers will see when they pull up to your property is the curb appeal. This is why it's important to invest in the appearance of your home's exterior if you're planning to sell. In this blog, we'll discuss some tips for getting ready to sell, specifically focusing on curb appeal.

Fresh Exterior Paint

One of the easiest ways to improve your home's curb appeal is to give it a fresh coat of paint. This can instantly transform the look of your property and make it more inviting to potential buyers. Make sure to choose a neutral color that will appeal to a wide range of buyers.  You do not want potential buyers to immedately dread the amount of work that it will take to paint if you want to get top dollar for your listing.  Take a drive around your neighborhood and look for color schemes that would appeal to the largest number of people possible.  You have heard it over and over because its true.... When it comes to paint colors: STAY NEUTRAL!   

 Landscaping is Important!

When it comes to landscaping, it's important to strategically place flowers and trees around your property. This can help to create a more welcoming and inviting atmosphere for potential buyers. Make sure to choose plants that are easy to maintain, and that will complement the existing features of your home. Be careful to not overdo it making buyers nervous that it will be too much work to maintain.  Add trees in plants in areas where they will add interest or function.  Shade in a backyard is always a good thing here in the desert.  Pro tip:  Avoid placing your trees too close to your home or perimeter walls to avoid issues down the road with the root systems.  

Keep Plants Watered

In order to maintain your beautiful landscaping, it's important to keep your plants watered.  This is especially true here in the Tucson desert.  You want to make sure that your plants stay healthy and vibrant throughout the selling process.  Green plants make us think of growth and new life.  This is what you want your listing to convey.  Consider installing a sprinkler system to make watering your plants more convenient.

Hire a Landscaper

If you think keeping your yard nice is too much work consder hiring a landscaper. They can help you to design a beautiful and functional outdoor space that will attract potential buyers. Nothing says "poorly maintained" like a yard full of weeds!! A landscaper can help you to maintain your yard and keep it looking its best throughout the selling process.  This small investment on the front end could make a big difference in how much money you get at closing.  

In conclusion, in order to get your property ready to sell, it's important to put some though in to your curb appeal.  Does your house look like something you would want to buy? By investing in fresh exterior paint, strategically placing flowers and trees, and keeping your plants watered, and potentially hiring a pro landscaper, you can make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Simply put more attractive equates to more money in your pocket.  With the right curb appeal, you'll be able to sell your home faster and for a higher price.