Increase your street appeal

Outdoor spaces are a big draw card for home buyers, so it’s not surprising that homeowners frequently ask Rachael Cone at Total Realty how to enhance their outdoor spaces.

With spring here, many of us will start turning our attention to our outdoor areas. Having a comfortable and usable outdoor space makes all the difference in the warmer seasons.

Here are some of my favourite tips for success in that make-or-break first impression outdoors.

Love your lawn

If you are time-poor, consider hiring someone to keep your lawn mowed and groomed during your marketing campaign. Your lawn is one of the first things buyers see, so think ‘green and pristine’.

Replace

Rusting letterbox numbers, shabby doormats and flowerpots that have seen better days all need to go. Anything that leaves a less than desirable impression needs replacing. Use this time to scatter cushions, lanterns and outdoor rugs. Anything that brings life to your outdoors is a win.

Landscape

Weed out those flowerbeds and prune anything that is overgrown. Consider adding some colour to your garden or place some more flowerpots out for a pop of colour. Remove any cobwebs on fencing, pots and decks. The aim is to make the garden as inviting as possible.

Big is beautiful

When it comes to pot plants, and especially if you have space, you can create a dramatic and inspiring first impression by having large pots with luscious plants. You can also be strategic about where you place them to create more privacy. Always pay extra attention to your front door and entranceway – this is where buyers pause and ask themselves if this could be their new home. Beautiful large pots are perfect for enhancing the front entrance.

Outdoor entertaining

Gathering outdoors with friends and family is a priority for many Kiwis. So, when it comes to preparing your home for sale, keep in mind that buyers are looking for spaces to achieve this. Size doesn’t necessarily matter. You can still highlight a small space as an excellent spot for people to gather and enjoy themselves. We have seen homeowners enhance small outdoor spaces by adding simple things like an outdoor swing chair with brightly coloured cushions and a blanket or a cosy two-person table and chairs with an umbrella.

If you want more help with preparing your home for sale or knowing its value in this current market, please get in touch with us at Total Realty.

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