Suggestions for renovation in prep for sale please

[Deb R.]

I was wondering how much renovation to do before putting up my home for sale? I've only done the minimum while living here because I was unsure what the future use was going to be (rent vs sell vs staying longer than originally intended). Range (almond color) and refrigerator (white color and dying) still need to be replaced as well as some faucets, any recommended brands? Or should I remove all the appliances and let them put in all their own? I saw on one listing that there was an appliance allowance, is that a better idea?

Pretty much all the interior will be painted a light sand color to match the existing tile floors is this an acceptable choice? Should I do an accent wall here and there?

Now for the nitty gritty. All counters in bathrooms and kitchen look ok, they are cheap Formica, a little swelling on underside near kitchen sink / dishwasher, should they be replaced with the beloved granite counter tops or something else? Or could I just sand it down and paint it to seal it up? Will it sell faster if they are changed?

I intend on sanding and repainting the cabinets and maybe replace the door, should that be good enough?

I don't intend on replacing the toilets but will probably put new seats on them since they look a little off color or is this just not necessary as long as they are clean? Or should I replace them with high efficiency or the two flush option toilet (I think those are so cool for some reason)?

I had wanted to redo the wall tile in the bathrooms but am not sure now if that would be the way to go, they are just plain white squares pretty boring. Any thoughts?

I guess where should I spend the money and what should just be left alone?

Thank you so much for any input.