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We can't help slamming on the brakes when we spy picturesque curb appeal.

Curb appeal—how charming, beautiful, sweet, or stunning your house appears from the street—can make or break a real estate deal. But it’s so much more than that. Small upgrades like lively flowers and a fresh coat of paint can boost your curb appeal and turn your home into an eye-catching gem. From simple improvements to big garden projects, there are dozens of ways to increase your home’s curb appeal. A pop of color can quickly transform your front door, the window into your home.

Continue to create a welcoming entryway with light fixtures and front-door accents like wreaths and modern house numbers. Meticulous landscaping can give your curb appeal a more dramatic makeover. Simply cutting back and pruning overgrown shrubs and hedges makes a bit of difference, but for lasting impact, plan your garden plantings to highlight the best features of your home.

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