If you’re thinking about putting your expired listing back on this market this summer, make sure to boost the curb appeal for your Manhattan home! There’s always a long laundry list of to-do items waiting to be checked off, so let’s start with some quick, easy fixes for your curb appeal.

A Front Door Face-Lift

A new coat of paint can do wonders for a first impression. Sand down your current front door and pick a bold new color that is sure to stand out to homebuyers. This is where you are first greeted upon entering the home, so make sure it is both inviting and brings excitement to the potential buyer.

Upgrade Lighting Fixtures

Pop into your local hardware store and stroll down the lighting aisle. Find a pair of lighting fixtures that mount the same way your current fixtures do and this should be an easy swap. If you’re not finding anything to fit your style, DIY! Grab some painter’s tape and spray paint to give your current fixtures new life. This is a quick and inexpensive way to repurpose old items.

Hide Eyesores

Trash bins, garden tools, and the like don’t necessarily need to be in the public eye. A simple fix is to move what you can inside your garage for showings or to strategically hide them. Trash bins can be hidden with a lattice fence on the corner of your house--this will both add design and cover up the ugly trash cans (win, win!). Garden tools, such as a hose can be hidden in a basket or even behind some greenery, if you’re looking to add a small bush to your space.

Bonus tip: Add plants to the front. Greenery has been known to make a great impression on buyers and is an easy way to bring some life into your front door space.

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