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From the buyers' standpoint, they will appreciate your investment in granite for the public areas over the private bathrooms. The kitchen is an area everyone will see and one of the most important areas of the house - it could very well be a dealbreaker regarding the sale of the house. But do what...
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Kitchens sell houses. Nuf' said. The bathroom countertops look in good condition as do the fixtures. Keeping the fixtures consistent throughout the bathrooms will be a good alternative to replacing the countertops. I would go and check out the competition too that's in your neighborhood in your...
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We have budgeted replacing either our kitchen or bathroom countertops, but not both, with granite. Will buyers, when we're ready to sell, appreciate the upgrade more in the kitchen or bathrooms? We have been given one estimate, so far, that prices each equally. The kitchen has two long counters ...
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I totally agree. Also, if you can't afford to change the counter tops in the entire kitchen...if you have an island, do that. Butcher block, marble, granite, all great choices for something distinctive.
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What you wrote here " In our small neighborhood in Missouri people expect granite counters, updated cabinets, and relatively new stainless steel appliances . We can fix it up but to do it the way I would want ..." sums up the situation nicely. In your neighborhood, in this price point it is...
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You've heard it before; kitchens sell houses. This is no big secret. The kitchen is an area of the home that is expected to show great and buyers are willing to pay top dollar for a spectacular kitchen. Buyers generally expect updates; newer appliances, ample counter space and an impeccably clean...
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Replacing the countertops is probably one of the most cost effective and quick things that can be done to update the look of the kitchen or the bathroom. Choose countertops that look modern and clean but resist the urge to get too outlandish with your choices. It is important for the home to have amenities...