Where to put your rehabbing dollars?

[Jorge Borjas]

To all investors and realtors with experience in rehabbing and flipping in Cobb County, Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, Metro Atlanta area, and surroundings, when it comes to rehabbing a house, when is it a good move to paint the exterior of a ranch style SFH? Do you get your money back and then some when you paint the exterior with a trendy white, cream, or grey color, vs leaving the brick as-is (assuming the brick is already in good condition)?

Thanks for all your input!

[J Scott]

I've rehabbed about 100 houses in Cobb County, though my answer would be the same pretty much anywhere -- don't paint brick unless there is some compelling reason to do so.  If it's in good shape and looks good as-is, just leave it.