Don’t make these missteps outdoors.
But does having certain outdoor features like a gardenreallybring up yourhomes value?
Or worse, can it drag it down?
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Make it easy for the buyer to maintain what youve created, says Hendon.
That may mean throwing something in with the sale.
If the lawn requiresa riding mower, include yours in the sale, he says.
If you might install a drip irrigation system for the garden, do so.
And nobody wants to buyyourhousethey want to buytheirhouse.
That means they need to easily be able to see themselves there.
Got a thing for weird succulents?
Proud of your topiary?
Thats nice, but you are now limiting the appeal of your home to others that love that too.
Its not just about the plants, either.
A garden that looks appealing in all seasons can significantly enhance curb appeal, he says.
Think flowers in spring, and veggies in summer into fall.
Look for plants that thrive inthe local environment, Hendon suggests.
They will look healthier and require less maintenance, he says.
And in a buyers mind, maintenance equals upkeep and costs.
A well-kept lawn is one of the first things buyers notice, Hendon says.
“Aneglected lawncan give the impression of overall neglect.
That first impression is so important!
And if youre tempted to lay artificial grass, just dont, Vyshnevska warns.
The front yard is crucial for curb appeal, Hendon says.
Drive by your own home and see if it wows you.
If it doesnt, add color, take away clutterbasically, whatever it’s crucial that you do.
“Then theres the case of security and privacy, which are often non-negotiables on a homebuyers checklist.
