S T A G I N G Y O U R B A C K Y A R D T O

A P P E A L T O H O M E B U Y E R S

A N E X T E N S I O N

O F Y O U R H O M E

The home's interior is

always the center of focus

when staging to sell, but

your home's outdoor space

is of equal importance,

starting with curb appeal

and ending with the

backyard. In fact, a nicely

groomed backyard may

make the difference

between someone buying

and continuing to explore

other properties. It’s not

necessary to have a total

backyard makeover. Simple

upgrades and techniques

can showcase your

backyard's best features.

Remove clutter out of the

backyard by putting away

things such as trash cans,

decorative flags, garden

tools, yard ornaments, and

garden statues. If you’re

unable to clear everything,

at least remove any worn

out or unattractive items

that only appeal to some

buyers. This is not a

reflection of your taste but

rather the chance to appeal

to as many people as

possible.

REDUCE CLUTTER

Remove or hide dog

houses, kennels, and

children’s play

equipment. If you have

a pool, fully remove

debris along with all

pool toys. Buyers

should only envision

their own children and

pets in the yard, and if

they don’t have any,

they should not be led

to think this is only a

home for families.

REMOVE HINTS OF CHILDREN AND PETS

Polish up the overall

landscaping of the

backyard. Trim

overgrown bushes and

trees, as well as de-

weed gardens. Attention

should be paid to areas

around patios and

fences. The health of

your yard is another

factor. Scattered bare

areas and brown spots

stand out, making the

yard look neglected.

I M P R O V E L A N D S C A P I N G

P L A N T F L O W E R S

Plant flowers for splashes of

color. Flowers really dress up

the backyard and add a layer

of beauty. When planting,

consider that you don’t want

the backyard to be

overwhelming. The last thing

you want is a buyer to think

there is too much maintenance

and they won’t be able to put

in the time and effort to keep it

alive and beautiful. All you

need is just a bit of lively,

simple color.

Clean and repair structures in

the backyard, including

fences, patios, and planting

beds. If a structure is

permanent and will be sold

with the house, spruce it up

with a fresh coat of paint and

make sure it is in good

working condition. Renting a

power washer to remove dirt

is recommended since it

offers a more thorough wash

than a hose and broom.

REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

Arrange the yard so that it

looks like it’s set up for

multiple purposes. Leave an

open area in the middle of the

backyard to show potential

buyers there is room for

playing and entertaining.

Create a separate living space

by setting up benches or a

hammock in a corner. If

you’re able to bring in a fire

pit or rock garden, you can

further add to the design and

appeal.

S TA G E T H E YA R D

Create an inviting and social

space where buyers can

envision themselves grilling

with family and friends. An

outdoor dining table on the

patio can create an eating

and entertainment area.

Arrange other patio

furniture but leave enough

room to walk around. Less

is more in this case, so if it

doesn’t look like there is

room to move around,

remove pieces of furniture.

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Summary

The energy it takes to upgrade your home’s curb

appeal and backyard is well worth the time and

effort. The fruits of your labor will instantly be

enjoyed by you and your family and friends, but

also, these improves can increase the value and

selling potential of your home. Take some time

to make the small efforts that create the largest

impact.