MINT HILL, NC – When it’s time to sell your home, you want to present it in the best possible way. Staging both the inside and the outside of your home makes it easier to attract buyers and keep their interest peaked. Let’s look at a few of the mistakes you want to avoid when staging your home’s outdoor area.

Neglecting the Landscape

Even during the winter months, you want to make sure your landscape looks amazing. Removing dead plants, adding in new plants, and cleaning everything up can go a long way to helping to increase curb appeal. Plus, landscaping will show up in your listing pictures.

Leaving it Bare

The backyard area should feel inviting and not bare. If you have a patio or deck, make sure you add furniture to show off how it could be used for entertaining. Getting the right setup for the outdoor backyard area can go a long way to attracting buyers.

Furniture on the patio makes it easier to see how the space can be utilized. Buyers want to know they will have a great backyard area for cookouts and weekend fun with friends and family. Make sure you don’t neglect to stage this area of your home.

Letting Clutter Rule the Outdoor Area

You don’t want to leave clutter around outside. Make sure everything is in its place and you have a backyard and front yard that is free of clutter. Remove toys, clean up dog waste, and ensure no other items are distracting from your awesome outdoor area.

Buyers will use their eyes to connect to your home. This is true with listing pictures and in-person showings. Make sure you remove the clutter so potential buyers see your home’s outdoor space the way you want them to see it.

Not Repairing Peeling Paint and Cracked Pavement

If you have an area of your home that has peeling paint or you have any cracked pavement, it can be a big-time eyesore. Unless you are selling your home as-is, you want to repair these things and make your move look neat, tidy, and presentable to buyers. Simple repairs, such as taking care of staining the deck, repainting the exterior, or repairing cracked paint can go a long way.

Not Cleaning

The inside of your home needs to be cleaned, and so does the outside before you list your home for sale in Mint Hill. You want to make sure you clean the dust and dirt. A good power washing can go a long way and this might be one of those times to hire a professional to clean the outside of your home.

If you plan to sell your home this year, make sure you don’t fall into the trap of these outdoor staging mistakes. Present your home the best you can and you will be able to attract more potential buyers.

I would love to be part of your journey when the time is right for you. If you ever have a real estate question or need, or know someone who does, trust that you can turn to me.  I will help you make the right move! Anna Granger (704) 650-5707 | annagrangerhomes@gmail.com | www.1stchoicepropertiesinc.com