Thursday, June 29, 2006

Clear As Mud


Home buyers have traditionally focused on kitchens when they evaluate properties that they may want to purchase. In recent years, they have also turned their attention to the kitchen addenda known as mudrooms. Positoined as buffer zones between the outdoors and the kitchen, mudrooms serve as changing rooms, laundry rooms, closets, storage areas, and shoe repositories. Most recently, these utility areas have grown into sophisticated holding areas with built-in cabinets that match the kitchen's own for stowing brief cases, lunch boxes, back packs, baby carriages, and diaper bags. Sellers may want to cash in on this trend by retrofitting rear foyers and old mudrooms with upgraded cabinetry. Doing so will certainly boost their homes' appeal.

HINT: For convenience that is sure to please prospective buyers, outfit a renovated mudroom with a washer and dryer.

Are you thinking of selling your home and wondering if you can increase its value by doing some updating? It is imperative not to spend unnecessarily, or you will not realize a return for your investment - you may loose money. As a Realtor and Principal Broker of Vantage Point Realty, my years of experience working with buyers in your community has taught me what "bell and whistles" are important. I am a member of 3 Multiple Listing Services. I will provide you with a free market analysis, and indicate how you can enhance and "stage" your home to achieve the best possible results.

I can assist you in meeting and exceeding your real estate needs. Give me a call to arrange a meeting.

Call Stephanie at 518-392-8484

and visit us at our website at:
www.ColumbiaCountyHomes.com

or e-mail me at
Stephanie@ColumbiaCountyHomes. com