First impressions matter — especially in real estate. Before you list your home, take a little time to freshen up the exterior. A few simple updates can make a big difference in how quickly your home attracts attention (and offers).

Quick Fixes with Big Impact

✨ Fresh mulch: It’s an instant facelift for your yard. New mulch defines garden beds and makes your landscaping pop in photos and showings.
🌼 Clean windows: Sparkling glass makes your home look well-maintained and bright inside.
🚪 Paint your front door: A bold, clean door color can add personality and charm — plus it signals that the rest of the home is cared for too.

These simple touches don’t just make your home look better — they increase perceived value. When buyers pull up and instantly love what they see, they’re more likely to book a showing, make a stronger offer, and see your home as “the one.”

More Smart Upgrades You Can Add Before Listing to Increase the "WOW" Factor

• Layer your exterior lighting: According to design pros quoted by Good Housekeeping, it’s not enough to have just a porch light. Adding pathway lights, uplighting for trees or architectural features, and stylish sconces gives your home depth and charm — especially once the sun goes down. Good Housekeeping

• Stick with a focused color palette outdoors: Landscape architect advice from Good Housekeeping says to keep bloom colors no more than two hues, and varying greens as the base. Any more than that can feel chaotic.

• Refresh your siding, trim, or major exterior surfaces when needed: Even if you're not doing a full remodel, updating siding, trim, or finishing elements significantly raises perceived value — and is backed by Good Housekeeping’s research on durable exterior upgrades.

• dd or highlight a strong focal point in your landscape: A bench, a special planter, or a well-placed tree can anchor the front yard and draw the eye. Designers say this helps make the home feel intentional and curated. 

• Upgrade your house numbers and entry hardware: A bold house number, quality door hardware, a clean mailbox — seemingly small items, but they show attention to detail and convey care. Good Housekeeping mentions this under “statement door” upgrades.

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