From decluttering your home to having it professionally staged, there are a number of ways to potentially decrease the amount of time it spends on the market -- and not all of them need to cost an arm and a leg.

Kitchen remodels are one such improvement that should be kept simple and cost-effective. Sellers should aim to enhance the visual appeal of their kitchen without going overboard, real estate experts say.

According to Cedric Stewart, team leader of Entourage RG in the Washington D.C. area, sellers shouldn't spend more than 10 percent of their home's value on a kitchen remodel.

Making improvements to increase the homes value is a delicate process, Stewart told Quicken Loans ZING blog.

Fully renovated kitchens with high-end appliances and finishes usually get folks excited and a nod of approval from appraisers, but one must be careful not to overdevelop the home," he said, adding that"clean, modern, functional kitchens sell faster in todays market.

To help your home sell faster, real estate experts like Stewart recommend focusing on projects that will enhance the visual appeal of your kitchen. These can help make a good first impression on potential buyers, making them more likely to make an offer.

In its blog, Quicken Loans names several kitchen upgrades that can enhance the look of your kitchen without driving up costs.

Originally posted here:
Remodeling your kitchen for resale - ConsumerAffairs

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