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How to add value to your home: your outdoor spaces
A great garden can go a long way to upping your home’s value.
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Enhancing your outdoor spaces can significantly boost your home's value, but always calculate the return on investment before starting. High-impact additions like a pool can add $45k-$167k, according to CoreLogic data.
Creating an outdoor entertaining space adds a functional "extra room." Other valuable improvements include:
- Fencing and gates for structure and security.
- Veggie gardens to help buyers connect emotionally.
- Low-maintenance decks, like those made from Kwila, which are a timeless Kiwi feature.
How to add value to your property through your outdoor spaces
1. Add a pool
2. Create a space to entertain outdoors
Outdoor entertaining spaces can be a major magnet for prospective homebuyers.
3. Think about fencing and gates
4. Create space for a veggie garden
Veggie gardens are easy to install, and can add value to your home.
5. Decks and patios
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