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Top choices for remodelers

The 2019 Houzz Kitchen Trends study¹ analyzed kitchen remodeling choices from the past year. The findings may help customers narrow down their design choices.

• ‘Transitional’ – which combines modern with traditional – is the #1 style choice (21% selected it). Contemporary and farmhouse are also popular.
• Shaker is the top choice for cabinets (57%) followed by flat panel and raised panel. As for color‚ white (43%) beats wood (25%).
• Most homeowners (54%) mix different finishes in hardware and fixtures. The most popular choices: nickel‚ chrome‚ and stainless steel.

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¹Erin Carlyle‚ “Top kitchen styles and cabinet features in kitchen remodels‚” Houzz‚ last updated January 16‚ 2019.

Lower inventory a plus for winter sellers

The real estate market traditionally heats up in spring. However‚ listing a home in winter may bring a financial windfall for the seller.¹ Here is why:

• Less competition. Fewer homes for sale can mean buyers have less choices.
• Cold-weather features are showcased. Such as roofs designed to handle harsh weather or shorter‚ low-maintenance driveways. Newer heating systems and fireplaces can also spark interest.
• Serious buyers. Winter house hunters tend to be more serious in their searches. When the right property is found‚ they often act quickly.

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¹Terri Williams‚ “Six reasons why selling a house in the winter may be the best decision ever‚” Realtor.com^®, last updated October 8‚ 2018.