Summer is a great time for home improvement projects and DIY updates around the house and yard. Set some time (and money) aside this summer to give your homestead some TLC. Not only will it increase the overall value of your home, but little upgrades here and there can also save you a lot of money down the line.
Here is a simple home/garden improvement project that won’t break the bank: Spruce Up Your Landscaping.
Yes, it’s a great time to spruce up your house, but right now, you’re probably spending a lot more time out in your yard to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. While the cost of renovating your outdoor space varies depending on the project, there are simple DIY improvements you can make to elevate your backyard or front yard for a lot less.
“Gardens make homes more aesthetically pleasing, and they also can add to the property value. Summertime is the perfect time to plant perennials, a variety of beautiful-looking flowers that are low maintenance,” says Marina Vaamonde, commercial real estate investor and founder of Property Cashin. She also suggests lupines and hydrangeas as other beautiful (and low-maintenance) additions to your garden.
Adding plants or flowers leading up the walkway to your front door can get you some instant curb appeal and liven up your front yard, says money-saving expert Andrea Woroch. You can do the same kind of sprucing up in your backyard to get rid of any overgrown or dead plants, trees, or shrubs, and add some patio furniture, too!
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