Real Estate: Buying and Selling

If you're planning to sell your real estate property, then you'll know how important good presentation is to convince buyers to make an offer. It goes without saying that most people will look into the appearance of a kitchen because of how often it is used in comparison to other areas. Here are some style-conscious ideas to make your kitchen look fabulous when you put your home up for sale: 

Declutter and Organize the Space 

A messy kitchen can ruin any real estate deal because of how easily it can put off buyers. So before you plan any home inspections, make sure you declutter and organize the space as much as possible. For example, extra appliances like sandwich presses, food processors and juicers should be put away so that they don't take away from precious benchtop space. Keep only vital appliances in plain sight to present a neat kitchen space. You'll also want to ensure that drawers and cupboards are cleaned and organized because buyers may open them to get a sense of your kitchen storage capacity. Overfull cupboards and drawers create an impression of insufficient storage, so make sure everything looks neat and orderly. 

Invest in a Professional for a Thorough Clean 

If there was ever a time to justify professional cleaning, this is it. A professional cleaner is trained to clean the most inconspicuous areas that you may miss on your own—making the whole place sparkle ahead of the inspection. For example, professional cleaners can take care of minute details like cleaning stovetops, oven interiors, grout lines and cabinet handles, apart from mopping and vacuuming your flooring. A professional deep clean gives the kitchen a nearly new finish, which is exactly the look you want when you're presenting your home for a sale. 

Refresh the Space with Small Upgrades 

You don't have to give your kitchen a complete overhaul. Small upgrades will do the trick perfectly. For example, a coat of paint can make oil-stained kitchen walls look fresh and contemporary. Replacing timeworn cabinet handles and taps can freshen up the look of the kitchen instantly. Re-coating worn out cabinets can make them appear almost new. Brightening up the lighting can revive a dull kitchen. Polished floorboards instantly improve the visual aesthetics of your kitchen space. These small upgrades won't cost you a fortune, and they will almost always add more value to your home. 

The kitchen is usually the centrepiece of any home. Make it look fabulous when you're looking to sell your property, and contact real estate professionals like those at McGrath Real Estate Group for more information.