Feb 3, 2020 | Outdoor Living, Real Estate, Spring, Yard Care
We would bet this is a situation you have faced. You’re showing a property to a couple who is looking to buy a new home. They love the open floor plan, the kitchen is perfect, and the home is just the right size. But they balk when they see the big backyard. Maybe...
Nov 5, 2019 | Outdoor Living, Real Estate, Winter
For sellers who are trying to keep their property in “showing shape” over the winter and for new buyers who have just moved into their home, a snow thrower (a.k.a. snow blower) can make quick work of snow removal chores. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI)...
Mar 28, 2019 | Drought, Fall, Yard Care
Autumn may be here, but your lawn still requires care. The drought in the West has taken a serious toll on lawns throughout the region and they are showing signs of stress. Here are a few tips to help you keep your yard in top form and delivering these health benefits...
Dec 13, 2018 | Real Estate, Winter
Even though the real estate business traditionally slows down at this time of year, the turn of the New Year is a great time for Realtors to encourage clients to plan yard and garden projects that will have buyers swooning in the spring. The living landscape at a...
Nov 16, 2018 | Real Estate, Winter
Creating curb appeal is important in real estate and can increase value by as much as 17%. But it can be challenging to achieve in the cold weather months. Here is a list of to-dos from the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) that can help sellers create a good...
Sep 20, 2018 | Fall, Yard Care
Don’t believe your family yards needs attention in the fall? Autumn is no time to ignore your lawn and landscape. “What you do now will determine the quality of your family yard next spring and summer,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment...
