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STARTSMART LAWN AND LANDSCAPE UPGRADES THAT INCREASE PROPERTY VALUE
Some landscaping helps home value, and some doesn't. According to a 2018 report by the National Association of Realtors, lawn care services return 267 percent of the investment. Landscape maintenance and tree care are a break-even proposition, returning 100 percent of the investment. On the other hand, a new pool is far underwater when it comes to return on investment. According to NAR, a new pool recovers just 43 percent of the average $57,500 cost of installation. So when you have a limited budget for improving your exterior, what gives the most bang for your buck? Daniel Ray of LawnStarter.com suggest the following upgrades for the best landscaping ROI:
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A WELL-MAINTAINED LAWN THAT’S THE NO. 1 LANDSCAPING ITEM, YIELDING THE MOST MONEY ON THE INVESTMENT.
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