As soon as you decide to list your home for sale, your mind may quickly turn to the question of what it will take to make your home desirable to a potential buyer. Curb appeal is a critical aspect of your home’s desirability.

After all, curb appeal can entice an online shopper to continue to click through the photos and to ask a real estate agent like RE/MAX Realty One to book a home tour. Curb appeal also sets the tone of the home tour once a buyer arrives at the property. These are some excellent tips to improve your home’s curb appeal.

Upgrade Exterior Lights

If your home is like most, you may have exterior lights near the garage door and in the front patio area. These light fixtures may provide illumination of light, but they also add decorative charm during the daytime. These are one of the primary decorative features on the exterior of the home, so it makes sense to upgrade your fixtures for that extra touch of pizzazz.

Improve Your Patio Area

When buyers are waiting for a real estate agent to unlock and open the front door, they will usually stand on the front patio and look around. The patio area must be well-maintained and even attractive in order to make a great first impression. Re-paint or even replace the front door as needed. Upgrade door hardware, and replace the front welcome mat. If necessary, powerwash the patio, sidewalk, and other concrete features.

Add Landscape Lighting

Many passersby will see your home at night. A beautifully illuminated yard can make the home very appealing, and this appeal can increase interest. Landscape lighting should ideally light up the exterior of the home while also making the vegetation look attractive. Remember that some types of landscape lights are also visible in the daytime, and their style can affect daytime curb appeal.

Trim Your Trees and Shrubs

When your trees and bushes are overgrown, they can give the home an undesirable look. If your yard is not properly cared for, buyers may assume that you also did not care for the home’s interior. Before you list the home for sale, trim your trees and bushes so that your space looks neat and tidy. If necessary, hire a landscaper or arborist to tackle this important job for you.

Add a Touch of Color

Regardless of the season, you should add color to your front yard. During the warmer months of the year, this is most commonly done with flowers. During the winter, you may add potted poinsettias or evergreens to your patio area. A colorful yet non-denominational wreath may also be a smart addition to your space.

Curb appeal is vital to your ability to sell your home as quickly as possible. Each of these tips can improve your home’s curb appeal substantially. Spend time applying these tips to your space in the days ahead.