It is a myth that putting in a new kitchen will pay for itself when selling a home. Generally if the goal is to sell you do not want to spend a dime more than necessary to get your home ready. If the kitchen is dated consider having the cabinets painted and then use Google and Pinterest to help you find the right drawer and cabinet handles.
Maybe a new counter is needed or maybe the old one can be resurfaced. There are companies that provide that service and it costs far less than a new counter.
A fresh coat of paint goes a long way and this year the grays are popular, and neutrals are preferred if attracting buyers is the goal.
If the appliances are old go ahead and replace them. Avoid the cheap appliances and the expensive ones too. Look at pictures of homes in your area and price range on the internet and check out the appliances. Average is alright when it comes to appliances because they can easily be replaced and generally are not part of the structure of the home.
One of the least expensive improvements homeowners can make it a new kitchen backsplash. There are numerous how to videos and many, many materials to choose from. Be advised though doing an amateurish job on just about any home improvement will result in a lower sale price. I have seen some home improvement projects gone terribly wrong.
Don’t spend more than you have to. I have been seeing the backsplash style in this picture in a lot of homes for the last several years. it comes in several colors. It isn’t my favorite but a lot of people like it.
