There are many options when it comes to taking photographs of a home when it is time to list. We have found that there are tremendous benefits to using a professional to capture the essence of the property. A professional photographer has many tools at their disposal, such as Matterport (3D) photography, aerial (Drone) and special lighting which will augment your listing, based on the type of property being sold. In some instances, a real estate professional may suggest using a professional staging artist to prepare the home. The list below contains a few simple things a homeowner can do to prepare for the photographer in order to obtain the best result.
Exterior:
Close garage doors
Remove garbage cans
Remove cars from the front of the home and driveway
Mow, trim and rake lawns and beautify all flower beds
Remove all toys, sporting equipment and bicycles
Tidy the front porch and add homey touches
Interior:
Clean the entire home
Replace all burned out light bulbs
Make all beds and clear the tops of nightstands and dressers of personal effects
Clear all kitchen counters of all items except a coffee/tea pot
Place all shoes, jackets and bags in closets
Remove all pet beds and dishes
Remove all stacks of paper and magazines
