15 Common Photo Mistakes

15 Most Common Photo Mistakes

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Mistake #1: Low Resolution or Scanned Photos

Mistake #2: Too Much Light

Mistake #3: Not Enough Light

Mistake #4: An Odd Hue

Mistake #5: Poor Framing

Mistake #6: Lack of Staging

Mistake #7: Showing People

Mistake #8: Misusing a Wide-Angle Lens

Mistake #9: A Generic Thumbnail Photo

Mistake #10: Too Few Photos

Mistake #11: Misleading (or Unclear) View Photos

Mistake #12: Generic Nature Photos

Mistake #13: Unexceptional BathroomPhotos

Mistake #14: A Less-Than-Stellar Exterior Photo

Mistake #15: Underselling Your Home

Key Takeaways

Photos are the single most important component of your listing.

Know which photos you need to shoot and plan your day accordingly.

Be sure to stage the set before taking your photos.

If you’re not comfortable using a digital camera, consider hiring a professional photographer.

Don’t forget to consider the lighting.

Don’t worry if your photos aren’t perfect. If you used a digital camera, you can likely touch up your photo using a photo editor.

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