Good Quality Photographs Can Help Sell Your Home

by Daniel Martin 01/24/2021

There's a misconception many home sellers have that may be causing them to miss out on opportunities to have their house sell more quickly. Perhaps you're among them.

If you believe your home does not need to be staged, neatly organized, and thoroughly cleaned well in advance of the first scheduled showing, then you're overlooking one crucial step in the marketing process: having professional quality photographs taken of your home -- inside and out -- and posted online to make your listing more enticing!

Unless you happen to be an exceptionally good photographer with professional equipment, you probably won't be able to get the optimal results needed to show off your home and attract buyers. Not only will those photographs be the first impression of your home that many buyers are exposed to, but it may end up being the only impression they come away with. If prospects don't like what they see online, there's no chance they'll move on to the next step, which would be scheduling an in-person visit. That's why it's so important that the photos your agent uploads to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) depict your home in the most favorable way.

Online photographs can work either for or against you, depending on the quality of the photos and the condition of your home and property. Ideally, you should have photos taken of virtually every nook and cranny of your home -- with the exception of areas you want to underplay. Only the best ones would be used, of course. Views of your front yard, backyard, and sometimes even an aerial view can help give buyers the perspective they're looking for.

The good news is that most real estate agents work with one or more professional photographers who make it their business to take photos that are properly lit, effectively cropped, and well composed. Experienced real estate photographers can quickly identify the most advantageous angles from which to take photos, capturing the best view of your rooms, your yard, and other property highlights.

While they might occasionally make a few adjustments to the placement of furniture, pillows, or other decor, their main objective is to snap photos that will inspire prospective buyers to envision the beauty, the charm, and the many possibilities of your home. In addition to making sure the photos are crystal clear, well lit, and visually appealing, photographers also aim to make your home look as spacious and welcoming as possible. While they can't perform miracles, a talented photographer will typically find creative ways to bring out the best qualities in any home.

Your real estate agent can also give you valuable tips on enhancing your property's curb appeal, minimizing clutter, and adding simple touches -- both inside and out -- to maximize the warmth and appeal of your home for sale.

About the Author
Author

Daniel Martin

Membership:

National Association of REALTORS (NAR)

Connecticut Association of REALTORS (CAR)

Bridgeport Board of Realtors

Valley Board of Realtors

Greater Fairfield County CMLS

Connecticut CTMLS

Education:

Principals and Procedures of Real Estate

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Connecticut School of Electronics

Housatonic Community College

Achievements:

Connecticut Magazine 5 Star Realtor 2014-2023

Top Producer

Top Listing Agent

Top Selling Agent

Professional Specialty:

My experience and expertise in the home selling and buying process gives my clients an advantage in any real estate market.

*First Time Home Buyers

*Single Family Homes

*Multi-Family Homes

*Land

*New Construction

*New Residential Developments

*Condominiums

*Downsizing

*Rentals

Personal:

Lifelong Connecticut Resident

Married with 2 Children, 3 Grandchildren

Musician

Golf Enthusiast

Areas Covered:

I specialize in Fairfield and New Haven Counties. *Shelton *Trumbull *Stratford *Bridgeport *Fairfield *Milford *Danbury Beacon Falls *Brookfield *Naugatuck Valley It doesn't stop there - I can also refer to anywhere in the world! Niche Marketing My background in customer service and technology gives me a step ahead of the competition. I use every available Marketing Resource to make your home stand out.