{"id":9698,"date":"2024-05-20T08:38:22","date_gmt":"2024-05-20T08:38:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/?p=9698"},"modified":"2024-06-18T13:23:22","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T13:23:22","slug":"the-complete-guide-on-how-to-take-real-estate-photos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/the-complete-guide-on-how-to-take-real-estate-photos\/","title":{"rendered":"The complete guide on how to take Real Estate photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In today’s online world, your property photos are your first impression encourage a buyer to come see your listing in person. Its estimated that 77% of buyers start their search for property online. Additionally, buyers increasingly explain that viewing professional photos is extremely to their buying experience. This means a large determination of whether a customer will call you back is the photos and the price of your property<\/a>. While no two properties are identical, there are common areas every listing should cover. Good photos are not only essential for online<\/a> listing platforms, but they are key when developing flyers, Facebook posts and even when the same is shared across networks through forums like WhatsApp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We estimate that at least six photos as the minimum needed when offering land<\/a> for sale. 22 to 27 pictures is the ideal range of photos for houses for sale  according to Zillow research<\/a>. We estimate that land listed for sale with fewer than six photos<\/a> will be about 20 percent less likely to sell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walk through the property before taking photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each property is different from the last. Before you start taking photos, walk through the property to help you determine the number and placement of the photos. As you walk around, remove any threatening signs like Do not trespass, Usikojoe hapa etc. The goal is to create a welcoming feeling with your listing photos. As you walk around, you will start to identify the best angles<\/a> and any items that need to be removed. Some items that we don’t notice will stand out in a photo. If you want some decorative items, leave 1-3 items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exterior Photography for properties for sale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An exterior photo is usually the first image a potential buyer sees when reviewing properties online<\/a>. That photo is important so ensure you get the right angle and determine the important features to highlight. Capture Popular local features or any features that justify the price. Take photos that make the area popular. If the property is next to other developed properties, make sure you capture this. If there is a river, ensure this is captured as well. Other features that add value include capturing roads (murram \/tarmac), neighboring schools, police stations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When taking exterior photos, it is best to capture images when the sun is behind the camera but illuminating the front of the property. You’ll avoid shadows and the house will be perfectly lit. For apartments and houses listed<\/a> for sale, a night-time exterior shot can create the right amount of contrast to make your photos stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interior photography for properties for sale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are taking photos of apartments for sale, penthouses or villas for sale, the most important photos are the interior ones.  For a house the typical photos should cover a photo of every room (living room, kitchen, dining area, master bedroom, library, office) including bathrooms and photos of the front yard and backyard that was described above. There should photos that capture<\/a> each feature such as laundry room, garage, and pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before taking any photos, ensure the house has been cleaned and there is no debris around. Additionally, take away small items that could be lying around like toothbrushes and combs, electrical cords or wires, TV remotes etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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