IS YOUR HOME PHOTOSHOOT READY? 📸
Online photos are the first impression for most buyers today, let’s make it count! After shooting hundreds of homes, here are a few simple tips that I’ve learned to maximize your home’s photo shoot. No pressure 😬
Must Do:
Clean all surfaces (vacuum, windows, mop floors, countertops, mirrors)
Turn on ALL overhead lights and lamps. (Try to use bulbs of the same temperature, DAYLIGHT is best!)
Open all curtains and blinds (the more natural light the better)
Replace broken or damaged curtains and blinds
Turn off all screens (TVs, computers)
Remove all personal photos
Remove all hanging cords and chargers
Exterior Tips:
Remove cars from driveway and front of house
Remove trashcans
Remove visible water hoses, toys, accessories
Some landscaping goes a long way (mow, trim and clear leaves)
Turn on any water features (pool, waterfall)
Interior Tips:
Kitchen (usually the homes focal point)
Clear countertops unless Items are Staged
Clear refrigerator of magnets, and personal items
Clear sink of dishes
Remove trash cans and napkins/paper towels
Bathrooms
Hide personal items (wash cloths, toothbrushes) and soap bar/ soap containers
Put toilet seats down
Remove mats and rugs unless new and/or staged
Other Rooms
Turn on All Lights and let in the natural light ☀️
Make beds in all rooms
Straighten pillows and throws
Straighten chairs at dining table
Remove any baby items (booster seats, baby gates)
Declutter and organize papers in an Office
Lastly, no pets allowed.
It is a must that all pets and supplies be put away for the photo shoot… well unless they come with the house :)