I would consider painting trim and doors a contrasting color. 

Trying to decide if I should:1) Paint the exterior, if so, what color?

I would hae been satisfied with the sealant that covers the surface and makes everything a uniform black color at no extra charge, which the contractor promied via text and an additional contract. 

Don't hold your breath for a 10 step coloring book, in fact, don't hold your breath at all for the result, it's too long and will probably need to be done as a series.

For appliances you should include make, model, color and serial number.

I am doing some maintenance on my primary residence and I am horrible with picking out colors, what color countertops with the kitchen cabinetry?

.- my painter/drywall guy/cleaner husband/wife team, who charge me the same whether it takes 1, 2, or 3 coats of paint to cover the nasty colors a former landlord allowed- the floor refinishing guy, who has done a good job on 8 or 9 floors this year.

I am thinking something dark to match the floor, like a charcoal color.

My current flip had what I considered ugly grey siding and I was going to replace it but decided instead to stucco the foundation, chimney, and used accent colors that played well with the grey, it looks great and I saved a load of cash by not replacing the siding.

What matters only it seems is that the color of your money is green.