(StatePoint) Whether you want to boost the value of your home to put it on the market or you want to enhance its beauty and settle in for long-term living, itâs important to keep curb appeal top of mind.
Thatâs because first impressions count. Indeed, curb appeal accounts for up to 7% of home value, according to research conducted at the University of Texas at Arlington. Itâs also the first thing people see when they visit your home, whether those folks are prospective home buyers or friends and family. During National Curb Appeal Month this August, let this checklist be your guide to beautifying your homeâs exterior: