They come in a variety of colors and sizes with a nice texture. 

I used a light colored Behr exterior latex paint.

When I was doing this I was a pit-bull with underwriters who would disqualify a loan because the colors were not right.

This can be the biggest issue... even a color-change can be a no-no in some places.Good luck.

Sorta idiot proof.same way with bath and kitch floors cept use light sand color in a 12 bye 12 size.

If they are clean I can return half of the money then once they have provided me with receipts showing the utilities are paid in full and I have the house is repaired I can return what is left.I have had good success removing organic stains with Oxyclean that some carpet cleaning companies did not get out, it seems to make even red wine disappear and lose its color.

They could be afraid that you or one of the other tenants could be nuts and not show the true colors until after they move in.

All too often I've seen investors --especially, but not always, beginners-- read the numbers through rose colored glasses, whether those numbers are in a detailed pro forma or scribbled on the back of a cocktail napkin.

Do you pick out the flooring first and then base your paint colors, cabinet style, etc. around that?

That process is very simple and can cut your cost from ~3500 (1200 sf) to little over 600.Changing fixtures in the kitchen and baths can boost appeal as well.Finally, of course a fresh coat of paint on the walls that are a good neutral color.