Start from the outside and work in

A prospective buyer starts by looking at the outside of the house. You’ve heard the term “curb appeal”, so let’s get really specific about it. Bob Edwardsen, 30 year real estate veteran with Windermere Real Estate, states “I’ve had buyers decide not to even view the home at all based on a poorly maintained exterior. They simply say “keep driving” and we move on to the next house.”

What exactly does that mean? According to Edwardsen, “First impressions are everything. The general condition of the exterior of the house which includes fresh paint, an attractive front door, walkways in good repair, and well maintained yard, all make the first impression.”