How I Made 20 000 With Curb Appeal Alone
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How I Made $20,000 Just by Enhancing Curb Appeal
Introduction
Curb appeal is often the key to making a home irresistible, especially when selling. A well-maintained exterior can draw in potential buyers who might have otherwise passed by. In my case, enhancing the curb appeal of a property brought in a profit of $20,000. Here’s how I did it.
The Opportunity
As a real estate agent in the Tampa Bay area, I have the advantage of receiving new listings instantly through the MLS. Given the competitive market with numerous handymen and DIY enthusiasts, my wife and I often buy and flip properties requiring minor repairs.
We noticed a promising home in Pasco County, Florida. It hit the market at 2:00 pm, and by 4:00 pm, we had viewed it and made a full-price offer, immediately accepted. Despite substantial renovations by a contractor, including new air conditioning, roofing, windows, and more, the exterior left much to be desired.
Recognizing Potential
The house was painted entirely white, had no shutters, and featured a leaning mailbox and fence. The lawn was overrun with weeds, and the plants and trees were unkempt. For such a beautifully remodeled interior, the curb appeal was lacking.
The Transformation
We tackled most of the work ourselves, maximizing our profit?"an essential aspect of any fixer-upper. We hired help only to remove large overgrown trees and stumps.
1. Painting and Shutters: We added shutters and painted them, along with the front door, in a high-gloss sage green to enhance the home’s aesthetic.
2. Sprinkler System: With guidance from our local home improvement store, I installed my first sprinkler system, though it required some trial and error.
3. Landscaping: We fixed the fence, installed a new mailbox, removed old landscaping, and then laid new sod, plants, and colorful flowers.
Since this was a hobby, not a job, we worked on it in our spare time, ensuring perfection without rushing.
The Result
Once the house was ready, it sold in under seven days to the first viewer. Our efforts yielded a net profit of approximately $20,000. This project proved that, when done right, curb appeal truly pays off.
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