Making Your Kitchen More Attractive to Buyers

What's one of the most important rooms in your home? When it comes to

selling your property quickly, and for the best price, the answer is clearly the

kitchen. In fact, one of the most common explanations a particular buyer

gives for not making an offer is, "I liked the house, but I wasn't too keen on

the kitchen."

That doesn't mean you must do a major renovation. However, you should do

what you can to make the kitchen as attractive as possible to buyers.

Here are some ideas:

First, clear the countertops. Put away the toaster and other items. You want

to make the entire countertop area seem as spacious as possible.

If the cabinetry is old, you can spruce it up by installing new knobs, handles

and other hardware. A fresh coat of paint on the walls and ceiling can also

make the kitchen look like it has had a major renovation – and it will only cost

you a few hundred dollars. According to an article on the website HDTV.com,

"The fastest, most inexpensive kitchen updates include painting and new

cabinet hardware."

Replacing the countertops is a more expensive renovation, but it may be

worth it if the current counters are old and worn.

Finally, when preparing your kitchen for a viewing, make sure it's clean and

tidy. The garbage and recycling bins should be empty. Buyers will open

cabinets so make sure items on shelves are neatly organized with the front

labels facing forward.

There are many other ways to make the most important room in your home

look great to potential buyers. Call today for more ideas.