Monday, February 23, 2009
- Look in own backyard - Calgary Herald
As dreams of greener pastures (read: spring) invade thoughts these days, wise homeowners are looking to get the most out of their investments. One of the best places to look is in the backyard. Investing five per cent of the value of your home on landscaping can return 150 per cent or more of the money invested, says a recent Gallup survey of homebuyers. It showed that purchasers believe that well-tuned and professional landscaping around the home can add nearly 15 per cent to a home’s selling price.