What color to pain this house?

[Denzil Dwelle]

Just bought a property in South Carolina and it needs some major exterior rehab.  I will be replacing some trim and siding and doing some landscaping.  Main issue I have with the place is the grey and red color scheme.  Any advice on what the next paint job should look like?

[Marcia Maynard]

Just change the red to black and you should be good. If you like the look of lattice skirting, paint that white, if you don't, paint it black.  Depends on the price point you're after and how the house fits in with the neighborhood. Shutters that are functional are a plus. Shutters that are there only for looks are less popular than they once were, but do add definition. Light colored roofs are good when it gets hot in the summer. Need lower foundation plants and foliage that doesn't brush up against the house. :-)