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Landscaping Mistakes Realtors Say Can Hurt Your Home’s Value

August 15, 2026
Cindy Pineo
Cindy Pineo

REALTOR® · RE/MAX Complete Realty

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To attract buyers, sellers should focus on curb appeal by maintaining a freshly cut lawn, trimmed hedges, and weeded flower beds while removing dead plants. Avoid overly personalized yard decorations, ambitious vegetable gardens, and poorly placed trees that require high upkeep. Prune trees and shrubs to appear neat and safe. Remove political or sports team flags to prevent deterring potential buyers.

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Cindy Pineo

Cindy is a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Complete Realty, helping buyers and sellers across Okotoks, High River and southern Alberta since 2017. She’s known for patient, jargon-free guidance and a genuine love of helping first-time buyers feel confident.

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