Forget the national real estate scene. You must focus on the comparable homes in the market. What is better about your home compared to each of them? What obvious aspect makes it stand out and can be touted to buyers?
If you don't have a major upgrade, then you need to focus on the small details. You would be surprised how often a small change can make an impression on a buyer. Here are a few tweaks you can make that could result in an offer.
One of the keys to curb appeal is to create a path to your front door. The path sets the tone for the buyer's impression of the home. Try to ditch concrete rectangle paths. Go for placed stones or a winding path.
Once your potential buyer makes it to the front door, you want them to have a feeling of balance. This means you need to frame the door correctly. A flower pot on each side of the door should do it and provide a friendly fragrance.
Windows are another area where a little work can make a big difference. First off, cut away any plants blocking views unless the room is a bathroom. If the windows are unique, consider painting the frames a color that contrasts with the walls.
We all produce trash and have the unsightly cans on the side of our yard to prove it. Since nobody finds cans impressive, try hiding them. A cheap and easy way is to install vine trellis around the area where you hold the cans.
I love a good trellis. It is cheap, easy and can make a big difference. One area it is invaluable is on homes that have a long, flat wall. This often occurs on the side of a home. Try installing a trellis or three and growing a small garden of vines.
When landscaping is mentioned, most people picture how it looks during the day. While important, don't forget about the night view. Use lighting to create a beautiful lit landscape and then include pictures in your marketing.
A unique home sticks out from comparable properties and gets offers from buyers in any market. Make the above changes and yours will be such a home.
