Backyard Spaces Buyers Love

Outdoor living has become more important than ever. Buyers are no longer looking for just a yard — they’re looking for a usable space.

Here’s what tends to catch buyers’ eyes:

• A defined seating or dining area

• Simple landscaping that looks good but isn’t overwhelming

• Shade options (umbrella, pergola, or mature trees)

• A safe, contained area for kids or pets

• Low-maintenance surfaces like composite decking or pavers

You don’t have to build a magazine-worthy backyard to make an impact. Thoughtful, practical improvements can help buyers imagine themselves relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the space — and that emotional connection matters.

If you’re curious which backyard upgrades would make the biggest difference for your specific property, I can help you prioritize.

Spring Cleaning with a Purpose: Decluttering to Move (Someday)

You don’t have to have a “For Sale” sign in the yard to start preparing for a future move. In fact, the best time to declutter is before you’re on a deadline.

Here’s a simple approach:

1. Start with the easy wins
   Linen closets, junk drawers, expired products, and old paperwork are low-emotion areas that build momentum.

2. Think like a future buyer
   What would you want to see? Clean closets, less furniture, and open surfaces all signal that a home is cared for and spacious.

3. Use three categories
   Keep, donate, discard. If you wouldn’t pack it and move it, why hang onto it now?

4. Take photos
   Sometimes, seeing a room in a photo helps you notice visual clutter you don’t pick up on in person.

Whether you’re moving this year or five years from now, decluttering is one of the best gifts you can give your future self — and your future listing photos.