Staging the Yard For Sale - Not Only the Interior of the House!

In a market heavy laden with foreclosures, traditional sellers can create a market advantage for themselves by not only getting the home ready to sell, but the yard as well.It is amazing how curb appeal has a whole different meaning in a market like we are in currently, compared to past years, when fewer distressed properties were available for sale.

There are the obvious things to do; planting flowers, cutting the grass...

To create a really nice looking yard, all flowerbeds and grass should be weed free.

You can find in any local lawn and garden center very good weed killers you can use. Sometimes they ask you to bring a soil sample to have it tested, so that they can recommend the right mixture of fertilizer and weed killer for you.

The flowerbeds should have a clear separation from the lawn and have a clean edge. You can use edging or you can leave it natural. Top the flowerbeds off with a fresh layer of mulch. This will reduce weeds and will give the beds a clean
and fresh look.

When you have perennials, which may cone up during the rest of the season, give the beds a little more color with local annuals.

Annuals are quick and cheap, come in every color you can imagine and give the area a quick inexpensive burst of color.

When you have trees that grow close to the house, you might consider calling a tree trimming company when you have branches that are hanging over the roof of the house.

Consider taking time to power wash the house, driveway, walkway, patio furniture, patio, and/or deck. Take care not strip any paint or siding.

Think about stage the deck and/or patio before a showing. Have soft music playing, maybe a small fountain and table set for guests, without going overboard.

Many times the deck and patio are overlooked in staging, do not overlook this valuable marketing tool you have for your home.

Written for GreatWest GMAC
by: Myrl Jeffcoat