3 reasons real estate photography is mandatory!

Real Estate is for sale everywhere! No matter the location, the price, or the time of year, there are always properties for sale. The sellers are all, in a sense, bidding to sell their properties quickly and for the best possible price. Good real estate photography is one of the best ways to stand out amongst the crowd. This article will look at three reasons why real estate photography is important. 

1. First impressions matter 

First impressions tend to stick. Nowadays, the online world is vast, and people do a lot of research and look online before making a purchase. This is certainly true for real estate as well. Many potential home buyers look online before purchasing or viewing a property. The first impression is, therefore, very important to capture the potential buyer’s interest. The photos could either spark a potential home buyer’s interest or cause them not to be interested in pursuing the property any further. 

2. Homes with quality photos sell for more 

One study found that homes that sell above $200 000 are likely to sell for $3000 to $11 000 more if they have professional property photos. Good quality photos can help boost the house's perceived value and hence help fetch a better price. Good quality photos help to present homes more appealingly, and therefore the potential buyers may be less inclined to try and negotiate the price of the property lower. 

3. Homes with quality photos sell faster 

It was found that homes with high-quality real estate photos sell 32% faster than homes with sub-standard photography. When your property is perceived to be of higher value and quality, homebuyers will be less likely to negotiate as much, resulting in a quicker sale. On average, it was found that homes with good quality photos are on the market for around 89 days, while other homes were on the market for 120+ days. 

Conclusion 

It is estimated that approximately 92% of people use the internet in their research for their next home. If your home is poorly presented online, your chances of selling your property as quickly as possible and at the price you would like might be significantly diminished. Why not partner with an expert in real estate photography like Snaphouss? We take professional real estate photos of your home, do 3D virtual scans, cinematic videos, and more! Reach out to us today!