:lol: i dont like carpet at all because it breaks down and collects dust like magnet. on the other hand tile can look outdated in just a few yrs depending on the color/style.I have only hardwood in my house, but would not put that in a rental. would get torn up in no time.

Since we are quoting Jefferson, here are a couple of my favorites.

When i come across a great property with a good spread and decent rental return, I will go into the property, trash it out, paint walls, ceiling and doors one color.

This is a favorite strategy for lenders (REO's) and for agents because it deflects liability and is simple to manage.

My favorite are the real estate "mentors" who are "free" from their job and have to support themselves by pouring dozens of hours a week into running meetings and selling training.

But they can visualize various (2) colors of paint on the walls, two choices of tile and two choices of carpet.

FWIW, his flier is pn heavy pumpkin colored 8.5x11 paper.

The URL is below in my signature.Lease options is one of my favorite ways of investing and a sandwich lease option is fine as long as you have good tenant buyers.Good luck, donrock

My father's favorite quote :D I have a similar issue with my current tenant in regards to extermination.

Here are some of my favorites...