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By Ted Holmes

A lifelong resident of Chappaqua, Ted began his career as a mortgage loan officer over 20 years ago, eventually co-owning The Asset Center, Inc., a mortgage brokerage firm in Armonk, NY.

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These tips will help you boost your home’s curb appeal in no time.

When selling your home, you want to be sure your property makes a fantastic first impression on potential buyers. The best way to accomplish this is to improve your curb appeal, so today we’ll be talking about five simple ways you can do so:

1. Tidy up the trim and paint: Look around the exterior of your home and look for areas that need to be repaired, repainted, or replaced.

2. Freshen up the entry path and front door: The entryway to your home should be immaculate, so make sure flowerbeds, stonework, walkways, and steps are pristine. You may also want to stain or repaint your front door.

3. Show the potential for outdoor entertainment: The outside areas of your home are almost as important as the interior. Adding a fire pit or outdoor kitchen can add a lot of value to your home and show off the possibilities for backyard fun.

4. Consider replacing older windows: Old windows can be an eyesore, not to mention a red flag for the home’s energy efficiency.

5. Freshen up the garage: Make sure it’s clean, well-lit, and freshly painted. This helps the buyer imagine what it’ll be like to have their own things in the garage. If nothing else, be sure that you’ve decluttered the area as much as possible.

Your home’s exterior quality and cleanliness should match the interior, as your ultimate goal is to give buyers a glimpse of what they can expect from the inside of your home. If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.