REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY PREP

How to make sure your photos/videos turn out the best for your listing.

Elegant Entryway Real Estate Photography: Stairs & Sitting Area with Yellow Velvet Chairs

How to prepare each room:

  • Close garage doors

    Remove vehicles from the driveway and from in front of the property if possible

    Attend to the landscaping (Mow lawn, trim overgrown plants, clean up leaves)

    Remove trashcans from sight

    Remove seasonal decor (Christmas lights, carved pumpkins, etc.)

    Pick up outside toys and other clutter

    Tidy up outdoor furniture

  • Put clothes away (usually best to leave hooks empty when visible)

    Remove shoes from view

    Remove clutter (Mail, wallet, keys, etc.)

  • Clear countertops other than soap (consider a decorative soap dispenser)

    Put toilet seats down

    Remove soaps and other items from the shower

    Hang clean folded towels

    Remove floor mats

  • Clear desk

    Hide/arrange cables

    Declutter bookshelves and neatly arrange

    Remove personal items

  • Clear countertops (wooden cutting boards, cookbooks, or decor might be okay)

    Put dishes away or load the dishwasher

    Remove magnets and papers from the refrigerator

    Wipe fingerprints off appliances

    Remove the trash can/empty the trash

    Clear table of all contents

    Straighten up chairs

    Remove highchair or other kids items

  • Remove personal items and family photos

    Remove toys, clutter, papers, etc.

    Declutter bookshelves

    Hide/arrange cables, turn off TVs, and put away remotes

    Clean out the fireplace (if applicable)

    Fluff pillows and cushions

  • Make the bed with clean, matching bedding

    Fluff pillows and neatly arrange

    Remove items from nightstands

    Remove personal items, photos, laundry baskets, and clothing

    Remove visible items under the bed

    Put toys away and declutter in kids’ rooms