Theresa Baird - INSIDER HOME SELLING TIPS

yours, and upgrade accordingly, without surpassing the price line for comparable homes in your area.

FEATURES MOST HOMEBUYERS WANT

• Energy Star-rated appliances — 94% • Laundry room — 93% • Energy Star rating for the whole home — 91% • Exhaust fan in bathroom — 90% • Exterior lighting — 90% • Bathroom linen closet — 90% • Energy Star-rated windows — 89% • Ceiling fans — 88% • Garage storage — 86% • Table space for eating in kitchen — 85% • Walk-in kitchen pantry — 85%

Keep in mind these features are not guaranteed to be effective or profitable upgrades.

FEATURES FEWER BUYERS WANT

• Second floor family room — 43% • Wine cooler — 42% • Wet bar — 41% • Laminate countertop — 40% • Laundry chute — 32% • Outdoor kitchen — 31% • Game room — 31% • His & hers baths — 31% • Glass-front cabinets — 31%

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