CURB APPEAL

Curb appeal refers to the attractiveness of a property as viewed from the street. It plays a crucial role in real estate, as a visually appealing exterior can create a positive first impression and increase the property's value. Key elements that enhances curb appeal including landscaping, exterior paint, door and window styles, lighting and overall maintenance. If you are looking to improve the curb appeal of a property, consider these tips. For landscaping keep lawn mowed, add colorful flowers and trim hedges. For the front door, a fresh coat of paint or a new door can make a significant difference. 

Exterior maintenance is a huge player to ensure home is clean and in good visual repair. Consider power washing if needed. House numbers, doormat and unique looking mailbox can add a personal touch.

The color of the front door and color can influence the overall curb appeal of a home to include first impression with contrast and harmony. This can make a home even more inviting with a cohesive look. Click link to learn more about home selling trends /HOME-SELLING-TRENDS---32819---32836---Dr--Phillips-6-26147.html

OUTDOOR LIGHTING

Install attractive outdoor lighting to highlight paths and architectural features. Improvement of visibility so that neighbors can see and identify unusual activity on property. These are for many reasons to include safety.  this can deter intruders with tell lit areas as for they prefer to operate in darkness and deter criminal activity.

Motion sensor lighting is always a bonus and illuminate in blind spots where intruders may hide and increases overall security.

This can also with the right combination of outdoor lighting fixtures highlights architecture and showcases landscaping. You can use uplighting in it's unique architecture, trees, plant beds, driveway and focus on unique parts of your home's architecture like columns and archways. This can also improve your home value and security.

You can consider the types of outdoor lighting for specified locations such as pathways, wall scenes, decks, patio. These create a aesthetic appeal, especially being placed in proper locations of home creating a warm welcoming atmosphere with design and cohesion. Investing in outdoor lighting can significantly improve your home curb appeal and functionality. Check in with your trusted advisor and realtor for more insight to help.

TRUSTED ADVISOR

As a trusted advisor, professional realtor and military veteran I am here to serve you in the Dr. Phillips and Central Florida housing market. Whether it is to sell or purchase a home, I am full of resources. In the absence of up to date and trustworthy information on a housing crisis or local housing market, real estate decisions are increasingly driven by fear, uncertainty and doubt. We as trusted advisors drive the real estate community to ensure you are making the right decision. 

Part of my job is to keep you informed and educated about the local housing trends, to include common terms and videos. It is important to keep up to date on the housing market, don't get confused with the media, they talk national data, I can provide the most up to date local area data when it comes to making crucial real estate decisions.

So don't let this shifting housing market delay your dreams, data reveals home values typically appreciate over time and that gives your net worth a nice boost. When you are looking for a realtor, look for your realtor with the heart of a teacher. If you are ready to start your journey, contact Kevin Strawter at 850 496-6412 for all your real estate needs. Referrals always welcomed.