4 Tips for Taking Better Real Estate Photos - Here are a few tips for shooting the best real estate photos: 1) Get the best photo you can of the exterior - it's what will persuade potential buyers to look at the rest of the photos; 2) Emphasize the home’s best points, include a photo of the area the sellers think is its most attractive feature; 3) Shoot the exterior shot a half hour before or after sunset with all the interior lights turned on; and 4) Use a tripod.
http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2010012206
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Great post. I think I need to buy a new camers. Mine is about 6 yrs old but still takes good pics.
Here's another simple tip.... remove the doggie dishes and beds from the photo. It's amazing how many agents leave those in the shots!