1. How To Prepare Y Home for
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Real Estate Photography
by Lance Selgo, Unique Exposure Photography

2. How To Prepare Your Home for Real EstateCount
Make The First Impression Photography
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3. Section 1
General
Tips for all areas in the home
• Thoroughly clean whole house (vacuum car-
pet, mop hard floors, clean countertops, clean
windows)
• Turn all overhead lights and lamps ON
• Replace all burned out light bulbs
• Use bulbs of the same temperature (ALL in-
candescent or ALL compact fluorescent)
• Turn all ceiling fans OFF
• Turn all TVs OFF
• Turn all computer screens OFF
• Open blinds/window treatments to let in out-
side light
• Remove personal photographs (or replace
with general landscape/object photographs)
• Make all beds
• Remove small floor rugs to reveal actual
flooring
• Place all shoes/jackets in closets
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4. Section 2
Front Exterior
Online “curb appeal” - the front exterior is usually the first photo buyers see
• Close garage doors
• Remove cars from driveway and front of
home
• Clean up landscaping (mow, trim shrubs,
clear leaves)
• Remove visible water hoses
• Remove toys, sports balls, etc.
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5. Section 3
Back Yard
The back yard should be an oasis to relax
• Clean porch, tidy up outdoor tables/chairs/
cushions
• Clear out kids toys, balls, frisbees, etc.
• Clean pool
• Remove pool vacuum/cleaner hose
• Hide pool cleaning supplies
• Turn on pool fountains/water features
• Remove visible water hoses
• Remove trash cans
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6. Section 4
Kitchen
Sometimes the focal point, the kitchen deserves attention to detail
• Clear countertops completely. No knife
blocks, baking supplies, mail, etc.
• Leave out max of one small appliance (ex.
coffee maker)
• Clear outside of refrigerator of magnets,
papers, etc.
• Hide garbage cans in pantry or closet
• Remove dishes from sink, place in
dishwasher
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7. Section 5
Dining Room / Table
Allow buyers to imagine a nice family meal
• Clear table
• Use decorative place setting if available
• Feature one center-piece such as a bouquet
of flowers
• Straighten all chairs and space them evenly
• Remove child seats/booster chairs
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8. Section 6
Living / Family Room
The space to enjoy conversation and spend quality time with family
• Remove stacks of magazines, papers, mail,
etc.
• De-clutter fireplace mantel/hearth
• Fluff and arrange furniture pillows
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9. Section 7
Master Bedroom
A good nights rest recharges the body and mind
• Make bed, including decorative pillows/
shams if available
• Clear nightstands of all personal items
• Store away phone/tablet charging cables
• Remove all clutter from top of dressers
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10. Section 8
Bathrooms
To be spa-like, the bathroom must be clear of all personal items
• Clear countertops completely. No soap,
toothbrushes, medications, deodorant, etc.
• Put toilet seats down
• Close closet doors
• Remove shampoo, soap, luffas, etc. from
showers and tubs
• Remove dirty towels - only leave out new,
unused towels
• Remove floor mats
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11. Section 9
Kid/Guest Bedroom
Don’t forget about guest bedrooms
• Remove personalized names from walls
• Remove wall stickers/posters
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12. Section 10
Pets
Pets are loving, but their presence should be minimized
• Place food and water bowls in pantry or
closet
• Place pet beds/toys in pantry or closet
• Use lint roller on furniture to remove pet
hair
• Contain pets in hidden crate or outside
• Clear back yard of pet waste/toys
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13. Section 11
Need Help?
Staging helps provide top dollar and a quick sale
Selling your home is like selling a prod-
uct - it must be marketed correctly to reach a
specific buyer. Although your furnishings and
decor are great for your lifestyle, it’s impor-
tant to optimize your home for the future
buyer.
All of the tips suggested in the previous sec-
tions were approved by professional home
stagers from the Real Estate Staging Associa-
tion (RESA) - Dallas Chapter.
A professional home stager can provide you
with a consultation to help you prepare your
home for sale and make sure your home shows
at its best online through the photographs.
To find a RESA professional stager in your
area, visit their website:
http://www.RESADallas.org
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14. Section 12
What to Expect During the Photo Shoot
The house should be shoot-ready when I arrive
Hi I’m Lance Selgo, owner and photographer of Unique Exposure Photography. I look forward to taking photos of your home!
I want the photos of your home to be the best they can be. This requires teamwork and cooperation that will result in an outstanding
online presence when your home goes LIVE on the market.
Although I would love to help you style/design your home, I unfortunately do not have the skill set required to do so. When I arrive
to take photos of your property, I ask that all staging and cleaning be done prior to my arrival. To efficiently maintain my busy
schedule and deliver the level of service my clients expect, I can not spend unnecessary time at the home waiting for it to be cleaned,
dusted, de-cluttered, etc.
Please review the previous sections for tips on preparing your home for real estate photography, and note that I am
not responsible and will not partake in any of the following duties while photographing your home:
I DO NOT:
• Move or re-arrange furniture
• Make beds, clean, dust or de-clutter
• Pick up toys or yard items
• “Photoshop” vehicles, walls, damaged walls, power lines, wall pictures, cords, etc.
• Touch personal bathroom supplies (shampoo, toothbrushes, deodorant, towels)
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