Cheryl Helwig, Broker, Agent
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April
20
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Homeowners: 2020 Outdoor Living Trends
Lawn and garden season is right around the corner, and now is the ideal time to take a look at what landscape designers recommend to create a stunning atmosphere right outside your home. When it comes to 2020's hottest trends, the following are some that are worth talking about.
- Low-Maintenance
If there is any single point to zero in on, low-maintenance landscaping is most certainly the one you want to focus on. Time is precious in the 21st century, and homeowners don't have time to dedicate to endless hours of landscaping chores. At the same time, homeowners still want their landscape to be the talk of the neighborhood. When designing your landscape, strike a balance between keeping it low-maintenance while still including enough grass, shrubbery, plants, and other features to make it enjoyable.
March
16
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Can Too Much Landscaping Turn Off Potential Buyers?
Are you thinking about adding your home to the inventory of Minneapolis homes for sale? If so, you're probably already aware of how important curb appeal is for attracting potential buyers. Have you ever wondered, though, if there's such a thing as too much landscaping?
It turns out, the answer is yes! Excessive landscaping can overwhelm potential buyers. Millennials, in particular, aren't interested in spending a lot of time and money on landscape maintenance.
So, how do owners of Saint Paul homes for sale maximize their curb appeal without overdoing it? Start with these four tips.
- Rethink Your Water Features
While koi ponds and fancy water features are a gorgeous addition to many homes, they're not necessarily a selling feature. Some potential buyers may fall in love with it, but others will worry about things like how expensive it is to take care of or how they'll keep the fish alive during the winter. Families with small children or pets may also worry about safety issues.
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