Answers by Jan Leopold

For properties in Breckenridge, CO. The main factors are timing, size, and how carefully they’re dug up. Roses usually move best while dormant, which is typically early spring before new growth starts or fall after they’ve gone dormant. That reduces shock. Try to take as much of the root ball as possible, prune the top growth back some so the roots have less to support, and replant them quickly. Older, larger roses can be moved, but they are harder to transplant successfully. Own-root roses usually adapt better than grafted roses, though both can be moved. It can be smart to do both: transplant the whole bush and also take cuttings as backup. Best option: Moving them before photos and before showings, if at all possible. So buyers never see them as part of the property. Next-best option: if you want them to stay for a while, tell your agent before listing so the roses are clearly excluded in the MLS remarks, disclosures, and contract paperwork.

For residences in Breckenridge, CO, you generally do not need to uninstall them if you are leaving them with the house. In fact, if they are included in the sale, uninstalling them can create unnecessary holes, wiring issues, or confusion. The better approach is to leave them installed, but disconnect ownership and wipe them properly. Uninstall only if you are taking them with you or excluding them from the sale. A few security points matter more than people realize. Do not hand over your login, email, or password. Do not leave cloud recordings, automation routines, or payment subscriptions attached to the home. If you have smart locks, garage controls, alarm codes, shared users, or Alexa/Google Home/Apple Home automations tied to the property, remove every shared user and reset those integrations too. That prevents the new owner from inheriting your personal account access—and prevents you from accidentally retaining access to their home. The manufacturer guidance above supports removing ownership and resetting devices rather than reusing the seller’s account. It is helpful to leave a simple instruction sheet for the buyer, and never transfer your passwords.