By Roxanne Sierra, Bay Area Realtor - THE SECRET OF WEALTHY HOME SELLERS

• Energy Star-rated appliances — 94% • Laundry room with cabinets and sink— 93% • Energy Star rating for the whole home — 91% • Exhaust fan in all bathrooms — 90% • Exterior lighting — 90% • Bathroom linen closet accessibility — 90% • Energy Star-rated windows — 89% • Ceiling fans — 88% • Garage storage space — 86% • Table space for eating in kitchen — 85% • Walk-in kitchen pantry — 85%

Keep in mind these features are not guaranteed to be effective or profitable upgrades. But, they sure help!

FEATURES LUXURY BUYERS WANT

• Shower stall without a tub in the master bath — 51% • Extra large family room — 43% • Wine cooler — 42% • Wet bar — 41% • Natural stone countertop — 40%

• Laundry chute — 32% • Outdoor kitchen — 31% • Game room — 31% • His & hers bathroom sinks — 31% • Glass-front cabinets — 31%

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