At Hampton Roads Real Estate Photography, we pride ourselves on the ease with which appointments can be scheduled, carried out, and quality products delivered. However, there are a few simple steps that a homeowner can take to prepare a listing for photography that will really help set it apart from the competition, and make the appointment go butter-smooth. 

Remove cars from the driveway- this will help provide a clean exterior image of your listing. The driveway and street in front of the house should be clear of any cars or debris.

Fix all blinds and window treatments- making sure these look good inside and out can make a huge difference in the overall appearance of a home. The goal is to have every shade or blind in the house look the same.

Replace dead light bulbs and fix lighting- this simple step will help make the home look well lit, well kept, and more inviting to prospective buyers. Try not to mix lighting colors too much - keep everything either on the yellow side or white side.

Open and close doors- as appropriate for each space, opening and closing interior and exterior doors, closet doors, cabinets, etc. will help a home look well laid out and organized.

Declutter and consolidate- perhaps the most impactful point of the list, this will help lookers get a better understanding of the features of the space, and it will help them visualize the space as theirs. If you have an excess of “stuff,” use this time to consolidate everything into one area that can be skipped, or consider renting a storage unit for the month to help with your move.

These simple steps take very little time to accomplish, but the impact that they have on the reception of your listing to interested buyers cannot be overstated. For more information on real estate photography and to book your appointment, please visit hrhomepics.com!