And the courthouse neighborhood is also in a darker colored area; zoom in on the map, the courthouse is near the Norristown Transportation Center, between Marshall and Main at Swede Street.https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.neighborhoodscout.com/pa/norristown/crime.amp Here are some excerpts.

Because there’s only so many complaints you can take about “a glove being left in the driveway” or the “wrong color mesh was used on the gate to prevent dogs from barking” or the old standby “driveway has stains/isn’t white enough.”

RE investing will follow (please see profile for more color). 

I put the cheapest fixtures, paint everything the same color, very basic trim and molding, no ceiling fans, etc.

Now, if you are in a business entity that contracts in that entity name and you are compensated inside the company for a job well done, that's a horse of a different color!

@Lisa EckmanGreat question, the current requirements are: - Articles of Incorporation- Company’s Operating Agreement - Purchase Contract - Itemized Rebab Budget (If renovating) - GC License & GC insurance - Color Copy of Guarantor ID - Home Owners Insurance Policy (Due at Closing) - Certificate of Good Standing from Secretary of the State - Application- Appraisal (by 3rd Party) - Optional (Sketches depending on rehab work)

They have their own CMA form and want the pictures in color, they also want it typed, not handwritten.

It will provide you color and help you getting bang for your buck when you attend events and meet people. 

I don't think many tenants care what color of the house is.

Make sure you pick light paint colors throughout, get rid of any heavy/dark curtains and such, upgrade or install bright light fixtures where needed, etc.This all comes from my own experience in Southern California.