(ARA) - With the housing market showing its first signs of improvement in years, many homeowners hope to attract interested buyers this summer. Replacing old or damaged exterior trim is a great way to freshen up your home today and make it stand out among others tomorrow.
After location and price, curb appeal is one of the top factors for choosing a home. Curb appeal sells 49 percent of all homes, according to the National Association of Realtors. In fact, even before putting your home on the market, your realtor often will recommend ways to make it look its very best from the street. The evaluation process starts as soon as buyers pull up.
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