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7/6/2009 - COLUMBUS, Ohio, (July 6, 2009) – Curb appeal, first impressions – we know that home buyers start creating a list of likes and dislikes as soon as they step in your front door. Presenting a pretty face is even more essential in the summer when every outdoor walkway, stair and rail is exposed. “Making the right changes can have real impact on your bottom line as a seller, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to invest in budget-busting projects,” said Jerry White, executive vice president of Coldwell Banker King Thompson. “Simple, cost-effective outdoor upgrades can give your home the boost it needs to go from ‘For Sale’ to ‘Sold’.” Here are some helpful renovations that can be easy on the pocket, too: - Clean up. Power washing siding, sidewalks, driveways and concrete patios can refresh your look at little cost. Tidy landscaping, sparkling windows and touch up paint on the trim are other projects that can have big impact when your home is exposed to buyers through summer’s long, bright days.
- Repair and replace. Resurfacing or repairing cracked driveways or porches are a good start, but focus on simple structural improvements that might have greater impact like replacing loose boards on the deck and making sure the fence door locks properly. And don’t let this be the year you overlook missing or damaged screens.
- Accessorize right. Wreaths, planters, even the chairs on your front porch all can work together to set the tone for your home. Also consider what your home looks like day and night. Smart buyers interested in your property will be sure to check it at different times of the day so make sure all of your outdoor lighting is functioning properly.
Across Ohio, Coldwell Banker King Thompson and Coldwell Banker West Shell have 21 offices and over 1300 sales associates serving central Ohio, greater Cincinnati, northern Kentucky and southeastern Indiana. The companies are part of NRT LLC, the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company. NRT, a subsidiary of Realogy Corporation, operates Realogy’s company-owned real estate brokerage offices. For more information, please visit www.kingthompson.com or www.cbws.com.
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