Best Paint Colors for Selling Your Home

When was the last time the exterior of your home got a fresh coat of paint? Experts say houses should be painted every five years, although we know many homeowners who have greatly exceeded that deadline. That's okay, though. Now that you're selling, however, consider painting. Not only will the home look beautiful in the marketing photos, but buyers will perceive that the home has been lovingly cared for and maintained.

Stand in front of your home; what do you see?

Curb appeal. You'll often hear that phrase while researching how to prepare your home for the market.

Curb appeal is a buyer's first impression when looking at photos of the home's exterior or sitting in their cars at the curb before touring the interior. It's akin to dressing the part when applying for a job.

First impressions are critical. As you get closer to sale time and gather advice, you'll no doubt hear the term "neutral colors" repeatedly. And this advice has merit. A few years ago, an extensive real estate conglomerate survey found that homes painted yellow sold for less than expected. These homeowners made, on average, nearly $3,500 less than they had hoped to earn. Some colors may make you money, while others may snatch it out of your pocket. Another study concentrates just on the color of the home's front door.

Paint colors to make homebuyers swoon.

So, what are the best colors for that front door? Believe it or not, a black front door may bring you the most money at closing.

Consider white for the rest of the exterior of the home. Exterior paint trends for 2024 show a lot of high contrast and simplistic designs. The contrast doesn’t get starker than a clean black-and-white combination. Whether you want two-toned or a solid exterior color with contrasting accents, this color combo will match style and sophistication.

Off-white (Sherwin Williams' Alabaster' is popular)
Natural wood stains
Gray (Benjamin Moore' Copley Gray')

Avoid crazy or bold colors if you hope to attract maximum interest. If you live in a managed community, consult with your HOA to ensure the exterior paint colors you choose are allowed.

Bonus: Interior paint colors that buyers love

If your eyes glaze over when looking at interior paint swatches, take a tip from decorators and check out these colors:

Behr's Ground Ginger,
Sherwin Williams 'Pure White
Benjamin Moore's 'Intense White'

Need tips on picking the perfect paint color for your home's exterior? Check out Paper Moon Painting, Better Homes & Gardens, and Bob Villa.

Whether buying, selling, or seeking valuable insights into the market, I'm here to be your trusted guide in the dynamic world of real estate. Feel free to contact me for a confidential discussion, where we can explore your goals, address any questions, and navigate the exciting path of real estate together. Your real estate journey is unique, and I am committed to providing personalized assistance tailored to your needs. Don't hesitate to connect; your next real estate adventure awaits!

Dani

734-623-9442

dani@danihallsell.com

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