Avoid mistakes that decrease your home's value

ipse se nihil scire id unum sciat - Socrates

While we can often feel this way when it comes to getting a home ready to sell, some helpful tips from the pros can go a long way to building up our confidence and home value at the same time. 

It starts with the basics: solid curb appeal. Choosing good colors for your siding and trim and coordinating with your garage and outbuildings go a long way to setting a great first impression when it comes time to show off your home to buyers. Matching it with appropriate and appealing landscaping should also be high on your list.

When getting prepped for the market, walk through your home with a critical eye and make note of anything that needs to be touched up, disposed of, polished, repainted, replaced, upgraded, fixed, etc. Every little thing can go a long way toward getting you top dollar.

Here's the full article: 14 Sneaky Mistakes That Can Decrease Your Home's Value

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