Selling your home is a complicated process, or rather, a series of complicated processes. It is important for vendors to do as many of these tasks well to connect with buyers. Of course, you should also rely on a professional estate agent to assist you.
At Holdencopley, we are delighted to say we have assisted many local vendors connect with buyers and sell their home. We have assisted vendors in Arnold, Woodthorpe, West Bridgford, Hucknall, Carlton, Wilford, Mapperley and throughout the Nottingham area. We have found one of the most important things to remember during the sales process is that professional photographs sell homes.
There have been various studies into the impact professional photographs have when selling a home, and the following outcomes arise time and time again:
- High-quality photographs can increase the sold price of a property
- Homes with more photos sell faster than those with few photos
- Homes with photos sell faster
If you are selling your home, increasing the speed of the sales process and selling for a high price are the leading goals
Most buyers begin their property search online
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic occurred, the majority of prospective buyers were searching for property online. Online property portals offer a convenient way to find a range of suitable properties in one place. This is excellent news for buyers, but it does sometimes lead to a sense of being overwhelmed with options.
Many buyers tend to scroll through property listings, only pausing when something catches their attention. This is where high-quality images are vital because more often than not, it is a photograph that stops people in their tracks.
Should vendors take their photographs when selling their home?
In the present day, the quality of smartphone cameras ensures everyone has access to a camera with excellent specifications. This leads many people to think they don’t need help in taking home photographs, but this isn’t the case.
A high-quality image isn’t just about the quality of the equipment; the difference an experienced or skilled photographer can make to an image is startling. An experienced photographer will utilise light, staging, spacing and add finishing touches to ensure a photograph looks tremendous and fits the purpose of grabbing attention.
Using a smartphone encourages the notion that a photo can be taken quickly, and it will be sufficient. However, a rushed image isn’t going to match the quality of the photograph captured by a professional who takes their time in setting up a shot. Also, a professional photographer has their reputation and future jobs to consider, so they are motivated to provide the best style of shot they can.
In a highly competitive marketplace, and where the quality of photos makes a difference, calling on an expert is a logical step. Even if professional assistance increases the costs involved with going to market, it is often justifiable in the returns created by this work.
We offer property management, property to rent and property for sale in Arnold, Woodthorpe, West Bridgford, Hucknall, Carlton, Wilford, Mapperley and throughout the Nottingham area. If you would like to arrange an appointment to help you negotiate the local buy-to-let market, please contact Holdencopley today by calling us on 01158969800 or emailing steven@holdencopley.co.uk.