A picture is worth a thousand words. That’s why the time and effort you put into the photos you’ll use to sell your house are so crucial.
Prepare Your Home for Photos
Taking photos without preparing your home has a negative impact on its sale because it diminishes buyer interest and leads to lower offers. To present your home, you could tidy up, clean, and make small improvements.
Similarly, remove personal items like family photos, fridge magnets, and so on. The idea is for the buyer to view your property as a canvas they can personalize with their own things and imagine themselves living there.
Mind the Lighting
Natural light is a crucial aspect of taking good photos of your house, as it makes each room look bright, airy, and spacious. Therefore, the best time to take photos is during the day, especially in the early hours after sunrise.
To make the most of the sunlight, you can open the curtains in all rooms, and if it’s still a bit dark, you can turn on the lights.
Find Open Angles
You don’t need to take many photos of the same room; instead, find the perfect shot from the best possible angle. To achieve a sense of depth in the photo:
- Include three walls in each image.
- Take the photo from a corner, preferably at the entrance of the rooms.
- Favor the angles.
- Capture the image at chest height.
- Avoid close-up shots.
- Ensure the most outstanding feature of the space is at the center of the photo.
- Take photos in landscape orientation.
If possible, use a wide-angle lens or select this function on your camera to capture more space in each room. This helps potential buyers get a clear idea of the layout and size of the spaces.
Be Cautious with the Flash
The flash can help add more light if necessary, but you should be careful when using it. Window glass and shiny furniture in the rooms can cause the flash’s light to reflect and be detrimental, resulting in overly bright shots.
Also, make sure your image is not visible in the mirrors!
Take Many Photos
The best strategy, if you lack photography experience, is to take several photos of each space from different angles to have various options to choose from, and then showcase them.
Taking many photos doesn’t mean you’ll publish them all. No one wants to see 100 images of a house in an online ad. It’s preferable to choose the 10 to 12 best ones (depending on the house’s size) that showcase the property’s qualities.
Don’t Forget the Exterior
Exterior photos are just as important for attracting interested buyers. If you have lovely views, don’t forget to take advantage of that feature; it could help you sell the house faster.
Remember, good photos can make a difference when selling your home, so it’s worth investing time and effort in capturing the best possible images. If you’re not confident in your photography skills, consider hiring a professional for even better results.
