1. Presented to ECHO June 30, 2011 Creating Curb Appeal It’s all in the packaging Creating Curb Appeal It’s all in the packaging

2. Goals of session:  Create awareness and understanding of importance of the aesthetic appeal and value of your homes  Give practical examples of how you can create that appeal  Inspire you to action

3. The benefits of curb appeal?  Makes the community a desired place to live  Safety considerations  Breaks downward cycle of deferred maintenance  Creates emotional involvement by owners (engagement vs. dial tone)  Creates a sense of neighborhood

4. BEFOREBEFORE AFTERAFTER

5. Gotchas Fences grow better when watered regularly

6. Gotchas The exercise yard at San Quentin???

7. The End Richard Avelar & Associates