Landscaping to Sell Your House

If you were selling your home and it was a little rough around the edges outside, would you trim it and do a bit of landscaping to make it look more inviting? More and more realtors recommend their clients take some time to update their yard to increase the curb appeal to those driving by and seeing plants and fences.

Is taking the time and money to landscape worth it for selling your home?

If the answer is yes, then it comes down to a matter of time. Landscaped yards will sell a house faster than messy or unkempt yards. When you’re trying to sell, the faster the home sells, the better.

Curb appeal matters because not only will you make a positive impression on potential buyers who intentionally come to see your home, but also for people who drive by as they check out the neighborhood and look to see if there are houses on sale.

Making your house look like one they don’t want to pass or one they will remember is extremely important!

There are many ways to add curb appeal to your yard, some more involved than others. Do what you’re happy with doing and what’s comfortable to you, but here are some suggestions to try:

• A new fence. Putting up a beautiful ornamental fence or adding a classic picket fence around your yard can do a lot to boost your yard’s appeal.
• Well-kept plants. Planting the plants you love, keeping them watered and free of insects, and the time you spend making sure they’re well-kept makes them stand out.
• Walkways. New walkways make a significant difference too, creating a feeling of thoughtful planning rather than chaotic and unclear.

Have you thought about the curb appeal of your house?. What would you change?