Potential buyers want appliances included and will pay more for them, especially if they are new or in excellent condition. New appliances might be what sets a house apart from the home for sale across the street. 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 don't speak to them the way nice, new shiny ones will. Unless your knobs, pulls, handles, or hinges are 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 the repair cost-effective. Check these hardware items closely and replace them as needed: • Towel bars • Toilet paper holder • Door handles • Dated light fixtures The goal is to improve your home without excessive spending. If your budget is limited, the internet has a wealth of do-it-yourself videos that can help you update your bath and kitchen. Just make sure those repairs don't look sloppy or amateurish. If you have broken or worn-out hardware, replacing the entire set is best. If you can find matching pieces, you can paint the old and new to match.
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