{"id":7847,"date":"2018-04-09T12:17:43","date_gmt":"2018-04-09T18:17:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/?p=7847"},"modified":"2019-09-04T14:44:03","modified_gmt":"2019-09-04T20:44:03","slug":"quickly-prepare-listing-photo-shoot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/blog\/quickly-prepare-listing-photo-shoot\/","title":{"rendered":"How to quickly prepare for a listing photo shoot"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT.png\" alt=\"HOW TO QUICKLY PREPARE FOR PHOTOSHOOT\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT.png 560w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-427x240.png 427w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-110x62.png 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-178x100.png 178w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/HOW-TO-QUICKLY-PREPARE-FOR-PHOTOSHOOT-240x135.png 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #808080;\">Use this guide to optimize the marketability of your listing!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional photography is the #1 factor that will determine how much money your property will sell for. While the quality of the photography is important, it\u2019s just as important to make sure your house is clean and organized to make it as marketable as possible. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you view a house with burned out lightbulbs and clutter everywhere? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using these simple steps, you can ensure your property looks stunning from the inside-out!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"vp16dFir\" title=\"Video Player\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/embed.animoto.com\/play.html?w=swf\/production\/vp1&amp;e=1522877866&amp;f=6dFirdzsTEIIzxHjwUweUg&amp;d=0&amp;m=p&amp;r=360x360+480x480+720x720&amp;volume=100&amp;start_res=720x720&amp;i=m&amp;asset_domain=s3-p.animoto.com&amp;animoto_domain=animoto.com&amp;options=\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>Start early. <\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take it from <\/span><\/i><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.milehighhomepro.com\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the Mile High Home Pro<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Matt Metcalf: being early is everything! <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cShowing up early to your photo sessions for properties is extremely important. It gives you the opportunity to help prepare the house prior to the photographer showing up, which allows them to spend their time making sure to get the best shots with the best lighting instead of prepping the home.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interiors<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interiors can sometimes be tricky as it consists of big picture preparations as well as the small details. Overall for the interior spaces, make sure everything is tidied and wiped down, and remove personal items such as family pictures and holiday decor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-14496\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-606x404.jpg 606w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-938x625.jpg 938w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-1152x768.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59-810x540.jpg 810w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/virtuance_real_estate_kitchens_portland_59.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h6><em>Photo by Virtuance<\/em><\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open all curtains in the home and twist blinds open, but don\u2019t worry about pulling them up. If there are pets present, either let them outside, in the garage or the basement. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, simple staging is an easy trick that can add interest to a space. Place unobtrusive decorative items on counters and tables. These may include fresh flowers or fruit, vases, lit candles and more. If possible, hide any cords throughout the house. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Let\u2019s move into the specifics:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lighting<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn on all lights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace any burnt out bulbs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchen<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove fridge magnets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wipe down counters<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove non-decorative items such as dish soap, paper towel rolls, sponges<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip: If you\u2019re in a rush, stow away loose items in the sink<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bathrooms<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower toilet seats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove non-decorative items (i.e. soaps, lotions, mouthwash, toothbrushes)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wipe down counters<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bedrooms<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make beds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluff pillows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hide laundry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove personal items<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exteriors<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all listings will come with freshly landscaped yards, but there are ways to quickly maximize curb appeal for listing photos:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hide lawn equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dispose of pet waste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get lawn mowed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweep walkways<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove any flags<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove vehicles from the driveway<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close garage door (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9320\" title=\"prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04\" src=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04.jpg\" alt=\"prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04.jpg 2700w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-606x404.jpg 606w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-938x625.jpg 938w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-1152x768.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/prepare_listing_photo_shoot_virtuance_blog_04-810x540.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h6><em>Photo by Virtuance<\/em><\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Properly preparing your listing for photos will go a long way with capturing the attention of home buyers. By following our tips above, you will maximize <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/blog\/why-visual-marketing-vital-for-your-brand\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the quality of your photos<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and help secure more showings and a faster sale. Want a print-ready checklist? Download <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.virtuanceinfo.com\/marketing\/Pre-shoot_Checklists\/Virtuance%20Pre-Shoot%20Checklist%20(Residential).pdf\">here.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Use this guide to optimize the marketability of your listing! Professional photography is the #1 factor that will determine how much money your property will sell for. While the quality of the photography is important, it\u2019s just as important to make sure your house is clean and organized to make it as marketable as possible. 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