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August 9, 2025
Kitchen Countertop Styles That Will Tank Your Home's Resale Value
Not everyone that is looking to update their kitchen is doing so to increase the resale value, but even if that's not the first thought on your mind, knowing what could increase your home's value and what could tank it is still useful information to have. While some trends really come down to personal preference, there are some things that are pretty universally disliked — one being laminate counters. To get some expert input, Hunker contacted Real Estate Broker, Ronit Abraham, who told us exclusively that laminate is a fast way to make your kitchen look dated and feel cheap — similar to the dreaded linoleum floors.Â