Run Down Houses For Sale

When selling a house there is an old rule of thumb to keep in mind. A fresh coat of paint on the inside of the house draws attention to itself.

The same can be said for carpet. New carpet in a house for sale rarely escapes the attention of potential buyers.

When painting or carpeting try to stick to neutral colors. Neutral colors are regarded as pleasing to most people. The last thing you want is a potential buyer to say "I'm not interested in buying a house with purple walls."

Do you recover the money you spend on paint and carpet? Studies show that you will more than recover the expenses of painting and carpeting. This one is a no brainer. You should do it unless the carpet and paint are already in exceptional condition.