Home Preparation

ATTENTION! REQUIREMENT WORKING WITH COVID-19 Safety Protocols:

  • A Photographer WORKS indoor ALONE. NO Sellers, Residents/Tenants, Realtors, showings, others Vendors the same time allowed.
  • MANDATORY Face masks while MEETING the PHOTOGRAPHER!
  • Please open windows and ventilate the premises before the photographer arrives.

    • Here are some helpful tips to be sure the best real estate photos are taken:

      Exterior

    • Sweep driveway, sidewalks, patios, and decks.
    • Mow lawn, trim trees and bushes, and remove any weeds.
    • Remove all vehicles from driveway and street in front of the house.
    • Move outdoor garbage cans so they cannot be seen from the street.
    • Storing them in the garage is a good idea as I normally do not photograph the inside of the garage unless it has special features.
    • Remove garden tools, hoses, sprinklers, toys, bicycles, and seasonal decorations from the yard.
    • Clean grill and remove cover.
    • Clean pool area.
    • Make sure outside lights are functional.
    • Remove any signage from the yard.
    • Spread fresh mulch in gardens.
    • Fill planters with flowers.
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    Interior

    • Contain pets and any evidence of pets (cages, food bowls, chew toys, etc.) out of sight.
    • Clean all floors.
    • Remove piles of magazines and newspapers.
    • Clear counters, tables, and desk tops.
    • Put bathroom and kitchen essentials in a cabinet or closet.
    • Make sure all light bulbs are working and replace any that aren’t.
    • Put indoor trash cans out of sight.
    • Remove any items on the refrigerator such as photos, notes, papers, magnets, drawings, calendars, etc.
    • Remove small rugs, especially in the kitchen and bathrooms.
    • Clean all windows, countertops, mirrors, glass fronts of aquariums, TVs, and any other reflective surfaces.
    • Be sure all beds are made and check the neatness of bed linens.
    • Hang or put away all clothes.
    • Turn on all lights.
    • Turn off all TVs and ceiling fans.
    • Reduce clutter.
    • Open all curtains and blinds to allow as much natural light in as possible.
    • Neatly hang fresh, matching towels on towel racks.
    • Dust and remove cobwebs from all furniture surfaces, ceiling fans, light fixtures, etc.
    • Open all entry doors and close all closet doors.
    • Set dining tables with dinnerware and a centerpiece.
    • The biggest tip is to just declutter.
    • Get a storage space if you need to.
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      Less stuff makes for better photos. Thank you! :)