Trees...

You may wonder what trees have to do with buying and selling a home, but they are an essential part of real estate and should be considered when purchasing a home. In the winter months, especially, they tend to be given less thought, mainly because all but the evergreens are without leaves and it’s hard to visualize what the trees will look like with leaves. Once Spring and Summer come around, those bare trees will have leaves and can affect the lighting into the home, and when Autumn rolls around, those leaves will fall and you should know what fall cleanup will entail.

Another factor is the health of the trees. If there is any question about the health of the trees surrounding your home, you may want to consult an Arborist. Maintaining healthy trees for the tree’s longevity and safety is important, especially in in-town locations, more residential neighborhoods where homes are closer together.

In more rural areas, trees can be a source of revenue and provide heat from harvesting wood to heat your home. If you have several acres, you could consider a forestry plan and a forester to harvest the larger trees. Not only is it a potential revenue source, but it is also good for the trees and the overall health of the woods. Removing the mature timber will give the younger trees a chance to grow.

When you are looking for a home or considering selling a home, be sure to add the trees surrounding your house and on your land to your overall equation.