A very common mistake home seller make when posting their property on Atlanta MLS listings is the lack of photos, or worse, publishing bad photos. Buyers use these listings to check on the property before actually taking the time to visit the house. If the photos aren’t captivating enough or don’t show off the best parts of the house, the property won’t get the attention it deserves.
Instead of wasting time waiting for a buyer to be curious enough to check the property, here are some tips on how to take the best photos for property listings:
1 - Shoot From The Curb
Give potential buyers a shot of your property from the curb. This view will help them determine if the surrounding area is worth the property or not.
2 - Remove Objects That Block The View
When taking the curbside photo make sure to remove any objects that can block the view or redirect the attention of the buyer. Remove any cars and trash cans that are normally found on the driveway to enhance the appeal of the home.
3 - The Angle Matters
The photos for the Atlanta MLS listing has a purpose: to sell the property. It is not a piece of art that requires you take photos from different and odd angles. Make sure that the roofline is parallel to the frame of the picture so that it looks level from the viewer’s point of view.
4 - Open Up Your Home
This means literally. Leaving the front door of your home open in the photos gives a welcoming vibe to buyers. It is a simple but effective trick that makes your house look more inviting, therefore also more attractive.
5 - Clean Up The Yard
When showing off your house through photos take the time to stage the front and back yards. If you have kids, remove all of their toys, the same goes for your pets and their toys. A clean yard allows buyers to imagine the home as their own whereas a messy yard only emphasizes that someone else lives in the house.
6 - A Bird’s Eye View
When possible, try to take a photo from a bird’s eye view. A wide-angled shot from a higher point of view can make any drab home look bigger and majestic.
7 - Showcase The Best Rooms
Now it is time to take photos of the house from within. Make sure to include shots of the best parts of the house. Your special reading nook, your home office, and other parts of the house that are custom-made make a big impact on buyers.
8 - Don’t Forget The Bathroom
Buyers will want to see the bathroom. Make sure to take photos of your bathroom in the best light possible. Natural sunlight is your best friend, use it to your advantage!
9 - Don’t Pose For The Camera
Make sure that no one can be seen in any of the pictures on the listing. Creating the illusion that the house is vacant will help you sell the property sooner.
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