KEEPING UP YOUR IMAGE
People have become so accustomed to posting and trading photographic
images via e-mail, Facebook, and Instagram that they can hardly imagine doing
without them. Sellers should keep this in mind if they hope to make a favorable
impression on buyers with their online photos. According to a survey taken by a
nationally known real estate website, an incredible 18 percent of buyers and
sellers surveyed indicated that they wouldn’t even consider purchasing a
property that did not have a listing with a photograph. In addition, the
quality of the images matters. According to another online real estate company,
homes with photos taken by a digital single-lens reflex camera garner an
average of 61 percent more views than other properties.
Before you post pictures of your home, one of the most important things
to do is to de-personalize it. The more personal stuff in your house, the less
potential buyers can imagine themselves living there. Put about a third of your
personal items in storage. This includes family photos and personal keepsakes.
We have a successful history of helping sellers and buyers in your community.
JW REEDY REALTY, LTD provides clients with state-of-the art web tools and
marketing. To arrange an initial consultation, please call 630-629-0016 or
visit us at 1136 S. Main Street.
HINT: Not only do
homes photographed with digital single-lens reflex cameras get more views, they
also have an increased likelihood of selling when priced above $300,000.