If you’re planning on selling your home, you may be considering taking the listing photos yourself. Smartphone cameras are more advanced than ever and can produce impressive images. However, when it comes to real estate listings, it’s advisable to use a professional photographer. Read about some of the biggest benefits below. 

Why You Should Hire a Professional Photographer for Your Real Estate Listing 

1. Fetches a Higher Price

Homes that are advertised using high-quality, professional photos tend to sell for thousands of dollars more than those with lower quality images. Hiring a professional photographer to shoot a small to medium-sized home generally costs a few hundred dollars. This investment pays for itself when you are able to sell the home at a higher price point. 

2. Attracts More Potential Buyers

Buyers have access to hundreds of listings at their fingertips, and it’s extremely important to make a good first impression. If the photos of your home have poor lighting, odd angles, or other issues, buyers will likely scroll past the entire listing. Even if the property happens to meet all their specifications, buyers may think twice before scheduling a tour if the images don’t pique their interest enough to browse the attached information.

3. Leads to Faster Closings

House listings with DSLR photos tend to sell several days faster than those with pictures taken by an amateur photographer. In some price brackets, they can sell several weeks faster.

This could save you a month or two of mortgage payments and insurance premiums. It will also save you the hassle of dealing with buyers for longer than necessary. 

Before posting a home for sale, turn to Dan Rowland Photography in Akron, OH, for breathtaking images of your property. Backed by more than 35 years of experience, Dan uses only the highest quality equipment and the most advanced editing techniques to produce stunning photographs that always leave a positive impression. Visit his website to view some of his work, and call (330) 671-4382 to request a quote from this professional photographer.