How to Prepare Your Home for a Real Estate Photoshoot
You’ve decided to sell your home — exciting! Now it’s time to make sure your listing shines online. Since the first showing happens through photos, preparing your home before a professional real estate photoshoot is key. At Crown Photo, we want your Dayton home to look its absolute best, so here are our top tips for getting ready.
1. Declutter Every Room
Less really is more when it comes to photos. Clear countertops, tuck away small appliances, and remove piles of mail or paperwork. In living areas, limit décor to a few tasteful items. This helps buyers focus on the space itself, not your belongings.
2. Clean Like You’re Expecting Guests
Think of it as hosting an open house — but through the camera lens. A sparkling clean home photographs beautifully. Dust surfaces, vacuum floors, and wipe down mirrors and windows for that fresh, bright look.
3. Brighten Things Up
Open blinds and curtains to let in as much natural light as possible. Turn on all overhead lights and lamps, even during the day. Light makes rooms look bigger and more inviting in photos.
4. Stage the Space (But Keep It Simple)
Staging doesn’t mean a full makeover. Just a few thoughtful touches can make a big difference:
Fluff couch pillows and neatly fold throws
Add a vase of fresh flowers or a bowl of fruit in the kitchen
Make the beds hotel-style crisp
Put away personal items like family photos or laundry
5. Don’t Forget the Exterior
Curb appeal counts, too! Mow the lawn, trim bushes, sweep porches, and remove any clutter from yards or driveways. A neat exterior sets the tone for buyers before they even click through the listing.
6. Special Touches Go a Long Way
Want to really wow potential buyers?
Set the dining table with simple place settings
Place fresh towels in bathrooms
Add a welcoming doormat
These details help buyers imagine themselves living in the space.
The Crown Photo Promise
When you book with Crown Photo, we guide you through every step of the process. Our goal is to capture your Dayton property in the best possible light so your listing attracts more buyers and sells faster. Preparing your home before your photoshoot sets the stage — and we’ll take care of the rest.
Ready to showcase your home?
Book your professional real estate photography session with Crown Photo today and make your listing stand out from the very first click.