The Landscaping Secrets That Sell Houses Faster | Steve Griggs

Landscape expert Steve Griggs reveals the curb-appeal upgrades that help real estate investors sell faster, boost value, and win emotional buyers.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Steve Griggs, award-winning landscape designer and founder of Steve Griggs Design, to uncover the most overlooked value-add in real estate: landscaping.Steve explains why curb appeal is the first showing, how the wrong trees and bushes can kill deals, and how investors can dramatically increase perceived value with surprisingly low-cost upgrades. From greening up the lawn to using proper lighting, to designing outdoor “living rooms” that double square footage, Steve shares 40+ years of experience working with luxury homeowners and investors alike.He also breaks down contractor selection, pricing pitfalls, the right way to stage outdoor spaces, and how VAs, renderings, and modern tools help him deliver consistent results at scale.This is a must-watch for flippers, landlords, BRRRR investors, and anyone who wants to stand out in a crowded market.What You’ll LearnWhy landscaping is the most undervalued part of flippingThe curb appeal mistakes that kill dealsLow-cost upgrades that create massive emotional impactHow to green up a yard in 7 daysThe right vs wrong plants, trees & placementsWhy lighting matters more than investors realizeHow to design outdoor spaces that “double” the living areaChoosing the right contractors & pricing properlyHow staging and renderings help sell emotionWhy details matter more than buyers know📍 Learn more at SteveGriggsDesign.com📸 Follow Steve on Instagram💡 Want to scale with AI & operations systems? → RealDealCrew.comTIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Why landscaping sells emotion01:00 – New York bluntness & client expectations02:00 – Curb appeal: the real first impression03:30 – Low-cost upgrades with high ROI04:50 – Grass, flowers & quick yard transformations06:00 – Steve’s 40-year path into landscaping07:00 – Using books, visuals & education to win clients08:00 – Outdoor spaces that double usable square footage09:30 – Trees, placement & foundation mistakes11:00 – Landscaping as a flipper’s competitive edge12:30 – Scaling challenges & knowing your worth14:00 – Pricing properly & avoiding cheap contractors15:30 – Selecting subcontractors that protect your brand17:00 – The emotion behind perceived value18:00 – Lighting strategies that make homes “glow”20:00 – Outdoor staging & 3D renderings22:00 – Tools, tech & communication to stay efficient24:00 – Don’t overlook details: they sell houses25:30 – Rapid Fire: lies, advice, books & tools#RealEstateInvesting #HouseFlipping #LandscapingDesign #CurbAppeal #SteveGriggs #RealDealChat #ValueAdd #OutdoorLiving #InvestorTips #HomeStaging #RealEstateMarketingRealDealCrew.comWe empower real estate investors by optimizing your business processes through customized automation and system integration. From lead management to deal closure, we help you build a scalable and efficient operation. Learn more at RealDealCrew.comLIKE • SHARE • JOIN • REVIEWWebsiteApple PodcastsYouTubeYouTube MusicSpotifyAmazon MusicFacebookTwitterInstagramSUPPORT THE SHOW!If you are new to Wealthfront, and open a Cash Account, you'll get a 0.50% APY boost for 3 months.Open an Automated Index Investing Account or Automated Bond Portfolio, you'll earn $5,000 managed for free.Get $10 and Reduce Your Business Costs by Shopping at AppSumo • https://bit.ly/reiappsumoGet $10 Towards Your First Purchase at Drop • https://drop.com/?referer=3DC729