Potential buyers want appliances included and will pay more for them, especially if they are new or in excellent condition. The reason is simple. The cost of the appliances is now bundled into their mortgage, in lieu of an out of pocket expense that may be challenging after just making the big down payment! If new appliances are out of reach, offer immaculately clean and fully functioning existing ones.
UPDATING HARDWARE
Carefully inspect your bathroom and kitchen hardware. If it is unsightly or worn, it’s best to replace it. Put yourself in a buyer’s shoes. Your home will potentially be their new home. Old, worn- out fixtures are not going to speak to them the way nice, new shiny hardware will. Since hardware is touched, not just viewed, it is especially important to pay attention to this! If you have broken or worn-out hardware, it’s best to replace the entire set. If your knobs, pulls, handles, or hinges are not broken, you need not replace them. Get that fresh look simply by thoroughly washing, sanding, and painting them with spray paint made specifically for kitchen and bath hardware, making it cost- effective.
Check these hardware items closely and replace, as needed:
• Towel bars • Toilet paper holder • Door handles • Dated light fixtures • Toilet seats - new is good!
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