There are a few things you can do to increase your curb appeal yourself, including mowing the grass and trimming bushes and trees. You can rent equipment to power-wash the siding, windows and trim, as well as the porches and decks.
You can also paint the front door and your garage door. These strategies only take a bit of sweat and effort and minimal dollars, but they go a long way toward presenting your home at its best.
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