When selling our homes, most of us focus on what we can do inside, but the difference you make on the outside can prove extremely profitable.

When most of us want to sell our home, we focus on what we can do inside it, but the difference you make on the outside can prove extremely important. A well-kept garden can be a growing investment for your property, boosting its value by up to 10 per cent, according to garden maintenance firm Nicenstripy.

Demand for outdoor space has never been greater and, with a little maintenance, your garden could even be the determining factor in a sale. By following these ten simple tips your garden could soon become the crowning glory of your property

Whether you’ve got 10 square feet or half an acre, nothing screams; like an untidy garden. Don’t be fooled into thinking you will be able to impress prospective buyers with your nature reserve; when things have grown wild. Keep on top of the mowing and trimming and this will also make your garden look bigger.

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