and found that: · Buyers were usually “interested” or “somewhat interested” in buying a home that featured new appliances. · Roughly 17% of respondents preferred stainless steel. · The most important factor: that appliances were available in the home. · Most buyers who were unable to get their sought-after appliances said they would have been willing to pay, on average, nearly $2,000 more for them. Potential buyers want appliances included and will pay more for them, especially if they are new or in excellent condition. Consider going if possible high tech, appliances that can be controlled by an app from your phone. Do the same with lights and thermostat system. 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 are not going to speak to them the way nice, new shiny hardware 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 it cost- effective. Check these hardware items closely and replace, as needed: · Towel bars · Toilet paper holder · Door handles · Dated light fixtures The goal is to touch up your home nicely without excessive spending. The internet has a wealth of do-it-yourself videos that
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