Wednesday, February 1, 2012

The Best Way to Sell a Home - the Kitchen!

The kitchen is the heart of a home. You know the old saying that the "stomach is the way to the heart" - it certainly carries a lot of truth. Kitchens are where we spend much of our time and most of that is with our families. It's the room where we nourish our bodies and our spirits.  They are integral to entertaining and daily living in today’s large open floor plans. They are the focal point of the family, thus of the home the family is buying.

This one room is the showpiece of the house. You'll see it every day and your guests will see it during most visits. This means buyers want homes with up-to-date kitchens. These important spaces can be the most expensive part of a house to renovate. New flooring, appliances, granite tops and paint can quickly add up - and today’s “plugged-in” buyer knows this. 

When deciding on the extent of your kitchen renovation, take into consideration the level of kitchen within your current subdivision. The key is to be relevant to the are and price range, without over spending and not being able to get that money back. If the neighbors mostly have granite tops, stainless appliances and recessed lightings, then these are certainly features you should consider adding. Doing all of this and adding professional appliances and travertine floors might push you out of the price range of the buyer for your area. Market relevance is key!

Sometimes a kitchen update can mean doing just a few minor changes. Change the paint color to a warm, neutral tone. Get rid of any clutter. Update your appliances, paint your cabinets, change the cabinet hardware, or get a high-end looking counter for a fraction of the cost. You might even save a bundle by doing much of the work yourself.  

The bottom line is a kitchen can sell a home. Do a little research and find out what your kitchen needs to make it competitive within your area.

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