Curb Appeal on a Budget: Look Like a Million Bucks for Less than $50
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Chels Knorr Contributing AuthorChels holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Northwest Institute of Literary Arts. She is an experienced writer and editor who writes on a variety of topics in addition to real estate. Her work has been published by Intuit QuickBooks, 24 Hour Fitness, Wayfair and Angie's List, and several other publications, both literary and commercial. She resides in Phoenix, Arizona.
Curb appeal is something 92% of Realtors recommend improving before putting your home up for sale. Your home’s curb appeal is the first thing potential buyers see when they pull up to the house, and a bad first impression can significantly hurt your chances of landing a sale.
Here are 11 ways to spruce up your home’s curb appeal on a budget.
1. Buy a new doormat
Invest in a new doormat. It’s a cheap and effective fix that can make a good first impression on anyone who knocks on your front door for the first time. Opt for something simple — avoid going too flashy or quirky
Estimated Cost:
$24.99 to $34.99
2. Replace the plants and flowers
Replace dead or dying plants in your front yard with hardy foliage — like Zinnia, Yarrow, or Aloe Vera. It’s best to buy already-started plants rather than trying from seeds.
Estimated Cost:
$30 for a 4 pack.
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