If you are trying to sell your University Hill home, there are a few things that can make it sell quicker and the kitchen and bathroom are the ones most likely to recoup your investment and add to buyer appeal. A kitchen remodel can run anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, although don’t expect a kitchen remodel that runs over $10,000 to reflect in a proportionate return.
Things to keep in mind when you are doing a kitchen remodel is that appliances can make a big difference, but not if you are planning to take them with you. If you decide to buy stainless steel appliances, a buyer may want to try to negotiate for them in the purchase price or they may have their own ideas in mind. Tread lightly when going for the trendiest new appliances, when it comes to your budget. Other focuses should be on things that will stay with the home, such as cabinets, floor and countertops, in addition to faucets.
An exception to this rule might be adding built-in’s like a dishwasher or range top. If they are built-ins that stay with the home, they should be updated or added. If you don’t have a dishwasher, it can increase the possibilities of a home sale. Adding a garbage disposal is another thing that buyers expect to find.
When it comes to new sinks and countertops, stone or granite countertops are the best sellers and the most popular. New flooring is another way to update the kitchen and cabinets are an important part. If your existing cabinetry frames are in good shape, you might want to consider re-staining them or painting and putting new doors on for a modern look. Some people will update plain cabinet doors by adding trim for a panel door effect, or use glass front doors for a modern look.
The basic things that are easy to change can update the look of a kitchen if it is in good shape otherwise, such as new faucets or sink. Nobody wants to see a leaky faucet and it is only around a hundred dollars to get updated fixtures. If you are going to buy new appliances, stainless steel is popular, but so is black. Some of them have magnetic panels that can change the look either way and appliances that are modern will sell a kitchen more than older ones will, obviously. There are appliance tax credits coming out and many appliance makers are offering appliances cheaper than ever.
For a basic, cheap improvement, keep countertops cleared of clutter and small appliances. Maybe a corner pantry would be an improvement? Fix leaky faucets and straighten up cabinet contents. Make sure the appliances you have are sparkling and shine floors or add a new coat of wax. If you replace your countertop, get a universally appealing one, such as the new Corian or granite resin ones and make sure cabinet doors are attractive or freshly painted. These basic improvements can make your kitchen more attractive without a large investment.
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