SOME HELPFUL TIPS FUL TIPS
Pretend that you are shooting for a magazine. OK, maybe that's not the best idea if you take photos like me. Imagine a professional photographer shooting for a magazine, like ... Better Homes and Gardens. You're probably going to need to start with cleaning, cleaning and more cleaning! Preparation is key to great photos. Take tips previously mentioned and make sure these are included: • Shelter pets. Even if you’re the most meticulous pet owner in the world, advertising to potential buyers that you have birds in a cage, a free roaming guinea pig, or a bedroom dedicated to a family of rare ferrets might just scare people away. OK, so in an estate home, the pets are probably no longer residing there ... BUT the odor probably is and that's something need to work hard to make disappear. Professional cleaning can go a long way, wall flowers (that give off a pleasant smell) and previously stated tricks that remove odors are all in order. • Add sprinkles on top. A few home accessories with colors that pop can go a long way. A multi-colored comforter on a bed can be a good touch, as can colorful artwork. • Go green. Place a healthy green plant or a vase of colorful flowers strategically in some of the rooms. • Light it up. Are your photos dark or washed out? Not enough light from the windows? Add some lighting to brighten them up. Bright LED lamps off-camera or in the corners can add the touch you need. • Hire a stager. We've covered this before, but it's worth reminding you. You may be able to do it yourself, but just in case you might want to hire a stager. By the way, it's
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