your property for sale. Look over this recent list of what buyers want in a home as provided by NAR. Compare it to what you have in yours, and upgrade accordingly, without surpassing the price line for comparable homes in your area. The NAR survey discovered that buyers want certain benefits more than others. Below are the findings by percentage of buyers surveyd: • Energy Star-rated appliances - 94% • Laundry room - 93% • Energy Star rating for the whole house - 91% • Exhaust fan in bathroom - 90% • Exterior lighting - 90% • Bathroom linen closet - 90% • Energy Efficient Windows - 89% • 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. The quality of upgrades makes a big difference. The Features Fewer Buyers Want: • Shower stall without a tub in the primary bath - 51% • Two-story family room - 43% • Wine cooler - 42% • Wet bar - 41% • Outdoor kitchen - 31% • Game room - 31% • His & hers baths - 31% • Glass-front cabinets - 31% Everyone wants to know what improvements will give the best The Features Most Buyers Want:
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