How Great Landscaping Says ‘Come Inside!’

Creating an inviting landscape not only ensures a positive first impression with buyers but may also increase your home’s value and lead to a quicker sale.

You don’t have to spend a lot to make big improvements in your home’s curb appeal. Keeping your lawn manicured – mowed and edged – and trimming bushes and trees is an inexpensive way to make a positive impression on buyers. You’ll also want to remove any dead or diseased plants and ensure beds are weeded and freshly mulched.

Before beginning any landscape project, make a plan. And if you live in a neighborhood with restrictive covenants requiring approval by a landscape committee, be sure to follow proper procedures to avoid spending money on projects that you online casino may be forced to undo later. A project plan will also help ensure that you make wise choices and stay within your budget.

Use color and depth to create visual interest, and select a variety of plants that bloom or change color throughout the year so your yard will be attractive regardless of the season. If your yard is open to neighbors’ yards, a street or public areas, consider screening to create a more private space. This can be accomplished with evergreen trees and bushes or with an attractive fence.

Sometimes what you remove from a yard can be as important as what you put in. If the front of your home is obscured by overgrown trees or bushes, remove them or trim them back to help buyers get a clear view of your home.

Trends in landscaping

  • Low maintenance vegetation: less lawn to mow, helps keep weeds in check.
  • More trees: enhance beauty and provide shade.
  • Decks, patios and terraces: offer outdoor living space for dining, entertaining and relaxation.
  • Outdoor lighting: provides enticing views of your home and landscaping at night.
  • Irrigation system: costs more but simplifies lawn care and is attractive to buyers.

Remember that the goal is to create a welcoming first impression that says, “Come inside!”

 

 

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Coco, Early & Associates Announces It Is Offering Military Platform to Veterans and Active Duty Personnel

Coco, Early & Associates is pleased to announce that we are the first real estate agency in the area to offer the Military Platform, MOM (Military on the Move), to veterans and active duty personnel. Military on the Move (MOM) is a one of a kind real estate benefit to those that have served and are currently serving in the Armed Services abroad. Special financing, special assistance and a VA mortgage are just some of the highlights our MOM platform offers.
“We are so proud to be the first in the area to reach out and help those that put their lives in jeopardy every day to ensure our safety,” said Blaise Coco, Coco, Early & Associates’ broker/owner.  “Being an Air Force Veteran myself, I understand what these individuals go through on a daily basis, not knowing what tomorrow will bring. Anything we can do to help our military and their families is a move in the right direction. With the MOM platform, they can actually buy a home with no deposit, and no closing costs. We even will credit them back their home inspection costs as well as some other expenses they may incur. We are hopeful that other real estate firms will follow our lead by extending support to those that need it the most as they risk their safety every day, so that we can live secure.”
Families interested should contact MaryLou Buckley, relocation director for Coco, Early & Associates, directly at 603-234-6796 or via email at mbuckley@cocoearly.com.
 
Did You Know? 
Coco, Early & Associates is the largest independent real estate agency in the area and currently has Massachusetts offices in Dracut, Haverhill, and Methuen as well as New Hampshire offices in Epping, Hampstead, Plaistow and Salem. The entire agency is comprised of more than 200 agents and support staff and has a strong focus on its customers. On average, Coco, Early & Associates sells an average of 3.8 homes every day!  
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Michael Santana Joins Coco, Early & Associates’ Team to Launch Star Division

Coco, Early & Associates is pleased to announce that, after five years, Michael Santana, has re-joined their team as a managing partner/broker.  Along with Jose Estrella, Michael will be managing the firm’s new Star Division.
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The Star Division is located at 300 Essex Street in Lawrence, MA and has eight full-time multilingual agents.

 

“We’re excited that Michael and his team are a part of our family,” said Blaise Coco, broker/owner of Coco, Early & Associates.  “His industry expertise along with his natural ability to understand what’s important to his clients will help our entire team succeed.”

 

Michael has been in real estate for 10 years and is licensed to help buyers and sellers in Massachusetts. His target region is Merrimack Valley.  He formerly sat on the board of directors for the Northeast Association of Realtors (N.E.A.R.) and served as its chairman of the education committee.

 

“It is wonderful to be back with Coco, Early & Associates,” said Michael.  “It’s exciting to be a part of an organization that values education and provides its agents with the tools and trainings we need to succeed.”

 

Prior to real estate, Michael worked as a marketing professional.  He lives in Lawrence, MA with his family and enjoys music, reading, photography, videography, travel and physical fitness.

 

Michael can be reached directly at msantana@cocoearly.com or at the Lawrence office (978) 687-8600.
 
Did You Know? 
Coco, Early & Associates is the largest independent real estate agency in the area and currently has Massachusetts offices in Dracut, Haverhill, and Methuen as well as New Hampshire offices in Epping, Hampstead,C4090-450
Plaistow and Salem. The entire agency is comprised of more than 200 agents and support staff and has a strong focus on its customers. On average, Coco, Early & Associates sells an average of 3.8 homes every day!  
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