If you’re selling a home in DC ranch, you may want to make a few kitchen improvements. This guide explores three that may pay off.
3 Kitchen Improvements That May Be Worth Making to Sell Your Home in DC Ranch
First things first: Before you spend any money improving your home, you should talk to your real estate agent to make sure that the improvements you have in mind are going to be worthwhile at the closing table. Some home improvements cost more than they’re worth when you’re trying to sell, which means you’ll be paying for them out of the profits of your sale.
With that said, here are three kitchen improvements you may want to consider:
- New lighting
- Energy-efficient appliances
- New hardware
Here’s a closer look at each.
Kitchen Improvement #1 to Help You Sell Your Home: New Lighting
If your light fixture has seen better days, it may be time to consider a replacement period buyers love dimmable kitchen lighting, and they love modern fixtures. Even better, you may be surprised to discover that new light fixtures are relatively affordable; just head to your favorite home improvement store and have a look at what’s available. Additionally, it’s typically pretty easy to install a new kitchen light fixture on your own, without professional help.
If you’re not sure what type of light fixture you should buy, scope out a few modern kitchens online. You can even look at some of the DC Ranch home listings on our website to see what kind of competition your kitchen is up against.
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Kitchen Improvement #2 to Help You Sell Your Home: Energy-Efficient Appliances
Appliances aren’t cheap, so before you dive in with both feet and start scouring your local home improvement store, you should talk to your real estate agent about whether purchasing energy efficient pieces is a good choice. If your agent believes that investing in energy efficient appliances can help you sell your home faster and for more money, then it’s worth a second look.
Often, buyers see energy efficient appliances as great selling points. That’s because they know they’ll save money over time by having those appliances in place – and if you’re the one buying them (rather than the buyer), it’s even better for them.
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Kitchen Improvement #3 to Help You Sell Your Home: New Hardware
Sometimes it’s the little touches that matter most. You may consider investing in new cabinet hardware, such as handles and drawer pulls, door handles on your pantry, and even a new faucet. Like light fixtures, new hardware for your kitchen is generally very affordable. For the most part, it’s easy to install these pieces (with the possible exception of a new faucet, depending on your experience level and how comfortable you are with tools and plumbing). Most people can reoutfit their kitchen cabinets, drawers and doors in just a couple of hours.
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Are You Selling a Home in DC Ranch?
Thinking about selling your home in DC Ranch? Call us at 480-360-0281 to find out how we’ll market it to all the right buyers. If you’re also looking for a new home, we’d love show you any listing in the community. Let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll be happy to search for something that’s a perfect match for your needs.
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Don Matheson
Realtor | Founder
The Matheson Team
RE/MAX Fine Properties
21000 N. Pima Rd., #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
866-613-8356
don@scottsdalerealestate.com
