Most appliance stores will price match, and you can always ask for a multi-appliance discount. Be sure to get three estimates, and let them know you're getting three estimates, so they can have the opportunity to beat the competition. And be sure to shop online, too.

I like GE and Kitchenaid for ovens, ranges, hoods, and dishwashers. Samsung and LG can't be beat for price and innovation in refrigerators. Consider an induction cooktop...if I couldn't do a gas cooktop, I think induction might save my sanity.

What is your budget? What I consider not too many $$$ will be different than what you consider not too many $$$.

I also suggest you post in the appliance forum but give them a budget.

As for bargaining, when we did our kitchen in our condo, we got a very nice discounted price by asking and by letting them know if they didn't discount, we'd go elsewhere.

I don't know what the price range is for these things. I'm stuck in hard place. I need to renovate kitchen but not ready to do it. I need to replace these appliances right away so do buy high end and work around these appliances when I renovate or do I buy cheap knowing I'll buy again? Renovation would include counters, cabinets, floors, sink, appliances.

Well, for some things yes, but for some things, that won;t work. For example, if you want a built-in or integrated refrigerator when you renovate, you can't really buy that now. Likewise, if you want paneled appliances. I'd probably get a bunch of Frigidaire now, and sell or donate them when you renovate. Good value, and work just fine.

In your situation, I'd go to a used appliance store where you can pick up range, fridge and DW for roughly $700-800 total (in my area). They won't be fancy but if it's a good used store that services/repairs the appliances prior to selling, they will work. The ones in our area give 90-day warranties. We've purchased several things there for rental properties and they have worked fine for years after purchase. Or take your chances on CL if it's active in your area. Or check out a Habitat Re-Store or local thrift shops. Personally, I favor the used appliance store route simply because of the warranty they offer. You can sell these when you remodel for probably close to what you paid for them so you're not losing any real money in the process.

I would not purchase new appliances until you remodel and have the time to choose the ones that fit your new space best and you have had time to research features, brands, etc, to ensure you're getting the right appliance for you. New, quality appliances are too expensive to buy in a rush without a game plan, imho.

Another option would be a scratch-n-dent outlet like Sears Outlet, or ApplianceSmart (which also sells new). If you think you might want to reuse (like a dishwasher) when you remodel, stay away from Frigidaire (IMO). In fact, just stay away. My Frigidaire Gallery is just shy of 2 years of use, has developed a leak and the electronic controls are misfiring.

I think funky and sjhockey have the best advice. Don't put money into appliances now if you're not ready to remodel. Just get functioning. :)