Fall Curb Appeal

Fall Curb Appeal

How to stage the exterior of your home for fall selling season

Provided by Tosh Lanquist

Curb appeal is important when selling a home.  It is the first glimpse a buyer has before deciding if they want to enter your front door.  Don't over look details that can draw in buyers to your home.  A warm and inviting exterior will likely entice more people in to view the home.  The more viewings... the better your chances at selling!

Here are some simple ideas on how you can decorate for fall and add instant curb appeal to your home.

• Use the fall harvest season to your advantage.  Decorate the porch with whimsical pumpkins or decorative gourds. 
• Spruce up the exterior paint.  If you're seeing a little wear and tear, take some time to clean the house exterior and freshen up the paint.  Consider a new paint color for the doors or shutters to add an eye-catching pop.  Simply repainting doors and shutters can add a lot of bling! 
• Pick out some fall flowers for the porch.  Mums are a great choice as they add festive color and are usually at an affordable price.
• Make sure to trim the bushes and clear away the dry leaves.  And take time to sweep the drive-way.  Having a clean and tidy landscape will get noticed.
• Add holiday décor to the front door.  Look for simple touches such as a fall wreath or a garland.  Add a new and festive doormat or a simple wooden sign  such as "Welcome" or "Happy Fall" to add a warm and inviting feel.
• Don't forget the little details.  Make sure outdoor light fixtures are clean and replace any burnt out bulbs. 

Simple touches and a little clean-up can go a long way to help transform the view of your home and create interest for shopping home buyers.

Feel free to post your ideas on how to create an inviting image of your home into the comments.