minnie1928
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Have you looked on craigslist or in the classified ads near you to see if anyone is selling used/newer SS appliances? This could save you a lot - and you could also get some $$ back by selling your bisque appliances. I wouldn't put $4000 into new appliances because you will never get that back. Also, if you have a built-in dishwasher is it the type with the panel in the front? If so, you could save money by purchasing a new panel (or even flipping it over if it is black on the back.) Many SS appliances have black accents and it would not look too out of place. You will not see 100% return on the appliances - as others said, you may want to skip the appliances if you can't get them at a great cost and do $4000 in other small upgrades throughout the rest of the house instead.
I can't see my DH going used for appliances, so I don't think that'll work. Based on my trip to lowes today, it looks like I could get everything for about $2700+/-.
As far as other upgrades...I'm having the house completely painted in a very neutral light tan kind of color. I've also had the MBR bath ceramic tile professionally cleaned (boy, that was CHEAP!!! I can't believe I didn't do that before!) and I'm recaulking every thing that needs it. The carpets are neutral and in very good shape. I've also swapped out the bathroom cabinet knobs and am in the process of major de-cluttering/organizing. Any other ideas would be really appreciated!