I just told a vendor I would lend her $1000 if she paid me back $10,000 in 4 months.

Am I a loan shark on the side? No I was just doing my darnedest to impress a point on the owners who fail to see the value in painting their vacant home. As it sits it is a fine 2800 sq ft  4 bedroom home - however the previouse tennants likely didnt get the HGTV channel and had no sense of colour. You can almost taste the orange foyer as you come through the doors and make your way to the burgundy kitchen.

I have learned that it is difficult for most buyers to see beyond what is in front of them and actually envision a home as they would paint it. The paint quote came in at just under $1000. It is costing them over $2500 for each month it sits empty, an extra 4 months on the market is $10000 out of their pocket. Are there any psychologists amongst you who have any further tips on how to convince a vendor that a fresh coat of paint will set the tone for the whole house?