Looking to sell your home? There’s an easy way to gain a lot of traction and increase your visibility in the real estate market. The secret? Focus on your outdoor living space. Realtor.com conducted a survey where they found that 51 percent of buyers surveyed said outdoor living space was the most attractive quality in a home, outranking even open floor plans.
We’ve got 3 simple value-boosting tips to help you transform your house into a home, fast:
Build a privacy fence
According to Century 21, for homeowners looking to sell, the presence of a fence adds to the overall value of your home. And the converse is true. MSN Real Estate reports that not having a fence can cause one of the biggest negative impacts on your resale value. An attractive, durable privacy fence appeals to a large spectrum of buyers for a number of reasons:
-Buyers with children or pets appreciate the privacy and security of an enclosed backyard. -Lots backing up to commercial properties or streets yield a considerable return on installing a wood fence.
-In greenery-filled areas like North Alabama, a wood fence blends in beautifully with the natural surroundings.
-A nice fence hides unattractive areas, such as a drainage ditch.
