A successful real estate photoshoot is a partnership between the agent, the homeowner, and the photographer. To capture the airy, high-end images that stop the scroll on Zillow and Instagram, a little preparation goes a long way.
Use this checklist to ensure your Las Vegas home is "camera-ready." Remember our golden rule: We are selling space, not stuff.
Exterior: The First Impression
- Clear the Curb: Move all vehicles from the driveway and the front of the house.
- Hide the Basics: Put away trashcans, garden hoses, and various lawn tools. (Don't worry—if you miss one, my "Blue Sky" service includes free digital removal of outdoor trashcans!)
- Landscape Refresh: Ensure the lawn is mowed, and leaves are cleared from the pool or patio area.
Kitchen & Dining: The Heart of the Home
- The 25% Rule: Clear at least 75% of items off the countertops. Small appliances like toasters and blenders should be tucked away in the pantry.
- Fridge Cleanup: Remove all magnets, photos, and calendars from the refrigerator.
- Dining Prep: Clear the table of mail and clutter. A single, simple centerpiece is all you need for scale.
Living Areas: Creating Flow
- De-Clutter Surfaces: Remove remote controls, stacks of magazines, and personal family photos.
- Light it Up: Replace any burnt-out lightbulbs and ensure all bulbs in a room have a consistent color temperature (warm vs. cool).
- Hide the Tech: Tuck away charging cables and power strips.
Bedrooms & Baths: The Spa Experience
- The Master Closet Trick: To keep the bedroom and bath feeling like a spa, move hampers, bath mats, and vanity clutter into the master closet. We provide a digital floorplan, so buyers will see the closet's size without the clutter in the photos!
- Bedding: Smooth out wrinkles in comforters and fluff the pillows.
- Toiletries: Remove all shampoos, soaps, and toothbrushes from the shower and sinks.
The Final Touch
Before I arrive, turn on all lights and turn off all ceiling fans. This ensures the HDR process captures the room’s true warmth without the blur of moving blades.
