ROANOKE TIMES 
                      Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times

DATE: Sunday, February 4, 1996               TAG: 9602050001
SECTION: CURRENT                  PAGE: NRV-6 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY 

HERE'S HOW TO ATTRACT BUYERS

So you have a house for sale?

If you want to attract a buyer in the New River Valley's competitive market, here are some extras expected in higher-priced homes:

Large master bathroom with tile bath

Cathedral ceiling

Custom-designed kitchen that is light and airy - white cabinets and appliances are popular

Skylights, lots of windows

Larger closets

Nice family room

Traditional living room and dining room arrangement

Four bedrooms

Double car garage

"Open, light, airy homes are the trend," said one Realtor.

And the bad news for selling an existing home: "They want it new."

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