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Yard Doctor Reveals Six Steps For Under $100

First time homebuyers accounted for nearly half of all homes purchased in the United States in 2008, according to the National Association of Realtors. And many will have no idea how to take care of a lawn. Sixty-six percent of first-time home buyers are under the age of 34, and nearly 75 percent of Americans under age 30 are less-than-enthusiastic about yard work, saying they just want to get it done.

First-time-homebuyer or not, a well-groomed yard is essential in this market. The importance of curb appeal has never been greater in a depressed housing market. But, Dr. Trey Rogers, the Yard Doctor, says ugly lawns dont just happen. But, for many homeowners, especially first time homebuyers, lawn care can be a source of confusion and stress.

For this reason, hes offering his six best tips for a beautiful lawn for under $100.

So get started before your lawn becomes the neighborhood eyesore. Homeowners that are struggling can enter to win a trip to Briggs & Stratton Corporations first-ever Yard Smarts Boot Camp to learn from the Yard Doctor, himself.

Trey Rogers, Ph.D., is one of Americas top lawn care experts. Dr. Rogers is Professor of Turfgrass Science at Michigan State University (East Lansing, Mich.). For the past twelve years, as Briggs & Stratton Corporations Yard Doctor, he has helped homeowners across the country achieve beautiful lawns through personal visits, professional appearances and by responding to hundreds of questions via his web site at www.yarddoctor.com. He has been a guest on dozens of radio and television programs nationwide and was featured in USA Today. Rogers is also a published author with the debut of his book LAWN GEEK: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass.

This interview is provided by Briggs and Stratton.

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