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Lydia Fogo
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  • Hixson, TN
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Pros and cons of installing a mural in a rental property?

Lydia Fogo
  • Investor
  • Hixson, TN
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Hello! My partner and I are newbie aspiring real estate investors who currently own our first duplex which we're house hacking. We'll be living in this unit for 1-2 more years, and I'm an artist who currently has more time to donate to our real estate cause then money. My question is this: would it be worth taking the time to install a mural into a rental property? I know if I was a renter, having an interesting original mural could be something that makes my decision and that makes a unit stand out from the rest of the cookie cutter units. As a future landlord however, I know that tenanets tastes will change and the "cookie cutter" feel appeals to a broader range of potential renters. Thoughts?! I suppose I could install it and always paint it over if it seems to be a problem. If it helps, the unit is a 70s style duplex that we're remodeling in Chattanooga, TN. We're hoping to get about $1,200 a month in rent from this unit. I was thinking about installing the mural in the awkward ~8ftx. 3.5ft wall that's above the stairwell. I plan on choosing a design that was modern/minimalistic in style and possibly nature or local skyline inspired. Thanks all!

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