04/15/2018
Curb Appeal is EVERYTHING - try these tips for lasting first impressions....
Paint the ugly bits
Not up for painting the whole house? Then one budget-friendly alternative is to repaint just the trim, mailbox, and other small areas. You can also put your brush to better use by covering up unsightly things like the electrical box on the side of the house and any pipes and parts that are connected to it. Match the color to that of your house for a clean, streamlined look.
Trim the hedges
Of course you'll make sure your lawn is cut regularly, but don't forget about the bushes that surround the property. There's not much worse than blocking the view of the house with overgrown boxwood. Plus, there's the safety factor, says Marcotte.
"Burglars could hide in those bushes," she warns. Simple trimming and weeding can help beautify your yard and won't cost you a dime.
