refinished the oak flooring. Total cost: $4,000. The seller kept the price comparable to sales in the area and ended up selling for $27,000 more than the asking price because buyers started a bidding war. You don’t need to bust your budget to sell your home, but you do want to create mass appeal. Kitchens are pivotal in-home appeal. Think about what can be done to your kitchen and bath to impress buyers — without losing ROI.
GIVING YOUR KITCHEN THE “WOW” FACTOR:
• Paint neutral colors. • Add a new backsplash. • Install new countertops to replace dated, scratched, or unattractive counters. • Install a new, multifunctional kitchen faucet. • Add cabinet space or increase storage in the pantry. • Clean and/or refinish cabinets and replace outdated hardware. TWO ENERGY-SAVING UPGRADES TO LOWER YOUR UTILITY BILLS • Install an energy-saving smart thermostat for less than $300; this will save on utility bills. • Install solar vents ($500-$700) in the attic space to help expel hot air during summer months.
A CASE FOR SPACE
A majority of recent home buyers would’ve preferred improved and greater closet space, as well as other storage options, reports the NAR. Consider these statistics showing what buyers are
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