I had a buyer once who got very excited about the pink and lime green kitchen. Yes, she bought that house. I just focus on the location and the condition. I understand what you mean though. :)

I am a Home Inspector  and  I get asked this question 90 % of the time.  I always make a joke saying I already have a house to lighten things up.  Then I state I can't answer that.  You need to decide for yourself because your values may and probably are different from mine.  Such as Schools, Shopping, Close to work, and so on.  Then I tell them my job is to tell them the condition of the property and your job is to decide if it is a good fit for you or not and only you (the client) can decide that.

Shawn Martin

Martin Home Inspection Services

www.martininspect.com

I tell them, I already have a house and really don't know if I'd buy it, because I'm not currently in the market right now. I don't think I'll be buying anytime soon. It's not up to me, its up to you.

My easy out is I say I'm very picky about interior styles and/or architecture.  I really only like Craftsman/Bungalow style or old farm houses.  So I just say "Well, it's really not my style - this kind of thing is so subjective.  What matters is: do YOU like it?"

OMG Pamela-

Pink and lime green kitchen? That sounds awful!

I agree with all of you- there is an out but it just kills me inside when they ask because you really can't give your opinion and it is their investment. It just makes me wonder where people get their taste sometimes.

Hi Maureen,
I, too, just say I already have a home and that everybody has different needs and likes and it is a very personal decision that everyone has to make for himself.  Good idea for a post.  

Thanks-

You know you want to be honest but you don't want to hurt anyone's feelings. I do all I can because the buyers are happy but then again you know it doesn't fit your taste.