In the San Antonio real estate day, my husband Steve and I spend a great deal of time talking to Sellers about how to increase the curb appeal of their home because they want to sell for an acceptable price, in a reasonable period of time.
The subject of enhancing curb appeal does not always receive the attention that it deserves.... Sellers think that we are asking them to do some work. It is hard to deny our intent...
Often, the Seller has not added ANY landscaping since they purchased and we are working to enrich the feeling of permanence by adding some structure and to create some visual appeal with color.
Sometimes, instead of adding, the Seller needs to subtract. Case in point:
This particular shrub, which will grow to TWICE the size that you see here, would be better off relocated to the backyard and another, better suited shrub or even a fountain put in its place.
Consider calling your Realtor a year before you want to sell to begin working on getting your landscaping in shape for the sale. If you don't have the home well-presented it will cost you in time AND money.
--Sara
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