My listing photos are from the holidays. Decorations are up in the photos because we were hoping it would sell. Now that the holidays are over should I have new photos taken?
Asked By Susan | Green Bay, WI | 425 views | Selling | 1 year ago
It is actually a good idea to update season photos or as needed -- especially if your property has been on the market for a little while. Real estate agents many times pay for professional photography (which can be expensive) and may not want to pay to have a full photography package done again just because the Christmas tree is down. I usually try to not take photos of listings with holiday decor in them (easter, halloween, summer patriotic, thanksgiving & christmas). Swapping out a few of the exterior seasonal (with or without leaves) and updated the main advertised image is a good way to get a refresh on your listing.
I love a home decorated for Christmas. That said, you should get new photos. Holiday decor in photos will only highlight that your home has been on the market a while. New photos, and some new marketing to do a little listing refresh is a great idea.
It may seem like an added expense, but I think new photos are a great idea. For the same reason that stores change out their merchandise the day after Christmas, your photos tell a story. Best of luck!
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