When making improvements to boost your property’s value before selling, it’s important not to neglect your front garden.
Potential buyers value kerb appeal just as much as the interiors of a home, so creating an outside space you are proud of is key.
The front garden is one of the first things someone will see if they are coming to view your property, so it’s important to keep this looking fresh.
According to an expert from The Property Buying Company, there are several easy ways Britons can do this.
‘Looking to add value to your garden? More than 68 per cent of buyers care about kerb appeal’
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The expert said on TikTok: “Looking to add value to your garden? More than 68 per cent of buyers care about kerb appeal.” Kerb appeal means a home looks attractive from the outside.
Speaking to Britons looking to boost their property’s value, he named the outdoor improvements “you’d be daft not to” make.
Homeowners are encouraged to give their fences a fresh lick of paint. This inexpensive yet effective task makes the outside of the house appear more polished.
“Livening up” your garden with new plants can also boost a property’s value by creating a homely feel and injecting a pop of colour into the space.
Britons were also encouraged to mow the lawn before a home viewing so it looks neater and well-maintained.
These tips can also be applied to the back garden to create a pristine, well-managed, liveable space.
In the back garden, the property expert advised “creating a focal point with furniture and ornaments”.
By cultivating a cohesive space – especially one that allows people to sit and enjoy it – prospective buyers can imagine themselves there sitting and hosting.
Mow the lawn before a home viewing so it looks neater and well maintained
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Sheds can be bought or built and can be used for a range of purposes. Smaller sheds are excellent for storing tools, garden equipment and bicycles.
Larger sheds can serve as workspaces, a place to relax or host, or even a home gym.
According to a DIY expert, homeowners can also “considerably” boost their property’s value with four easy and cheap improvements.
