Opportunity knocks: Sellers add $40K to home Value

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Come and knock on my door.

If you’re currently in the process of getting your home ready to sell, experts say doing this one simple thing to the exterior could add an almost $40,000 (£30,000) value to your house, according to a report by experts in the UK.

April 13 to 19 is supposedly the best time of the year to put a “For Sale” sign on your front lawn because historically, homes listed this specific week saw an estimated $4,800 increase in listing prices.  

With that being said, it’s time to get your home ready to sell by revamping your front door. “A front door is like a first date – it sets the tone for everything that follows, creating an instant emotional response,” Mark Breffit, a real estate agent, told the Daily Mail. 

“A well-maintained, stylish front door can elevate a property’s curb appeal and set the right expectation for what’s inside,” he added. “I’ve seen countless viewings where something as simple as peeling paint or a loose handle has put off buyers.”

Read More: https://nypost.com/2025/03/16/real-estate/sellers-could-add-40k-to-home-value-with-this-easy-upgrade/