Why Landscaping is a Real Estate Investment | Mark Maslow, Southern Landscape Group
Is your home’s exterior working for you or against you? In this segment of The HOME Show, Rich and Trish Roth sit down with Mark Maslow, owner of Southern Landscape Group, to discuss why professional landscaping is one of the highest ROI (Return on Investment) projects a homeowner can undertake.
With over 27 years of experience, Mark shares “pro secrets” on boosting curb appeal and the evolution of the “Million Dollar Backyard”. Whether you are looking to sell your home this spring or want to build a forever sanctuary, this interview covers the essentials of functional outdoor design.
Key Topics Covered:
The “Adams Family” Effect: Why overgrown shrubs signal poor maintenance to potential buyers.
Planning for the Future: How to forecast plant and tree growth so you don’t have to rip them out in 5 years.
Outdoor Living Trends: Integrating fire pits, patios, and night lighting for a seamless extension of your home.
Low-Cost Curb Appeal: Why fresh mulch is the “interior paint” of the outdoors.
Maintenance Tips: The difference between dyed and non-dyed mulch and how to keep it looking fresh.
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