Landscaping in Real Estate
How important is landscaping for your home?
The University of Guelph in Canada completed a study in the year 2011, that measured the effect of properly completed landscaping on property values, and had the following conclusion.
Landscaping increased the value of the 'home' by 5%, plus it improved curb appeal. Extensive landscaping such as rocks, mature trees, decks and patios increased the homes value by upwards of 15%.
I can hear you say "why are you writing about landscaping in the middle of winter?"
The reason is that, if you:
Bought a home,
Planning on selling a home,
Looking to build a home, and / or
Upgrade an existing home,
Organize and plan in the winter months a 'to do list' on your home. And when spring / summer arrives, you know exactly what needs to be completed and the expense / investment needed to complete the work.
Also , plan on visiting 'Home Hardware' stores frequently and remember that you will be spending more money then the allocated amount. Enough said, about this topic, from one 'Experienced' Landscaper.
Thank you for reading,
Ben
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