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Kitchen Investment
Iby Clay Cox
am often asked if remodeling a kitchen for a well maintained, top condition property and the kitchen
will help sell a home. The answer is simple. should not be the exception.
Absolutely!
We at Kitchens by Clay are aware that over the Some of the reasons for remodeling your kitchen are as
last decade or so the average buyer has become follows:

• Buyers know the importance of a new kitchen but they
may not want to do it themselves.

• A new kitchen will give your home the competitive edge.
• You can address any problem areas such as dark corners
and dead spaces making it more comfortable and functional.
• A new kitchen will help support a top dollar price.

much more educated regarding kitchens. This To ensure your kitchen appeals to many potential buyers keep your kitchen design
information comes from a myriad of places. The simple and with clean lines. The transitional look that is so popular now is perfect
internet certainly plays a large roll, neighbors for buyer acceptance and satisfaction. Use neutral color selections with soft finishes.
and friends who have remodeled before a sale White or light cabinetry and countertops are the order of the day in Southwest
and the many television programs that focus on Florida. Added buyer incentive can be achieved by that “special touch” with some
remodeling are some of the areas to name but a select features such as a beautiful tile backsplash and new stainless steel appliances.
few. Where the education comes from doesn’t Also, when determining the budget it is best to consider your new kitchen as an
matter.The end result is that the buyers are looking investment that will be returned to you when your home sells. The added value will
have great results.

Please E-mail Clay with your questions or comments at
clay@kitchensbyclay.com.
Enjoy your remodel,
Clay Cox

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