MYTH: Curb appeal doesn’t matter anymore, especially in this hot seller’s market in Atlanta.⁣

TRUTH: Wrong! It does matter. NOW. In this market. ⁣

Here’s why: Atlanta homes with gorgeous curb appeal sell for an average of 7% more than similar houses with a “blah” exterior. If there are lots of homes on the market, that percentage DOUBLES to 14%.⁣

Even in an intense seller’s market like Atlanta is currently experiencing, it’s extremely important to put in some time and energy preparing your home for sale. Most buyers decide in SECONDS if they are interested in your home, and this can color the entire showing. How do they decide in those quick few seconds? Curb appeal!

Today’s buyers are still discerning. Many want a home they can just move right into, without doing any work, and especially yard work. And with home prices at the highest we’ve seen them, it’s really hard to blame them. A home purchase is often a person’s largest purchase ever, and that investment isn’t taken lightly.

⁣Bottom line is, if you want top dollar for your home, mow the lawn, spread fresh mulch, plant some seasonal color, and power up the pressure washer. ⁣

Oh, and one more thing. If you’re worried about cash flow when you’re prepping your home to sell, you can breathe easy. According to the NAR, 100% of costs related to landscape maintenance and tree care make their way back to your pocket at the time of sale. ⁣