Sandy Shores Melbourne FL Realtor

You are correct, that is a touchy question and as REALTORS we can't, won't and don't comment on issues regarding racial diversity.

Best of luck. - Yesterday, 06:14

As a Florida REALTOR my responsibility to a seller is to make sure that their home is properly staged, either by the owner or by a professional staging company, before it goes on the market. The home must appeal to the widest array of buyers in the marketplace.

When sellers have customized colors that are specific to their own tastes, we ask them to paint the walls to neutral, subtle colors. If there is wall paper, often times we ask that it be removed. If there are too many pictures, or too much furniture or too many knick knacks, we ask that they be removed. Our objective is for the buyer to be able to view the house itself, as opposed to the owners furnishings. Typically, a home on the market looks very different than it looked prior, when it suited the owner's specified preferences.

You are correct that crown moulding and plant shelves are often attractive to many buyers.

I am only speaking from my experience. Thus, I don't know how other Florida REALTORS may respond.
My recommendation to you may be to focus on owners after they have moved into their new home. Then, they can personalize the home to suit their tastes.

Best of luck to you in your endeavors! - Wed May 7 2008, 16:05

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That's a tough spot to be in. However, as you stated, it may be difficult to do anything without a signed agreement between you and your roommate. As we cannot provide legal advice here on Trulia your best course of action would be to consult with an attorney. It will be your word against your roommates word. - Tue May 6 2008, 05:40

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