The Process

Chefs say to use only high quality ingredients for the best tasting food and the same can be said for photography. At 3M Real Shots we use modern digital photography equipment to ensure the best quality photos and videos for our clients. We use full frame Sony cameras, DJI Mavic Pro Drones, Theta 360 Cameras, Godex flash and an assortment of filters. All photos are blended using industry standard Adobe software to produce a high quality, high resolution images fit for any conceivable client use. Videos are edited with Final Cut software and exported in HD 1080p format for presentation. Quality equipment along with correct techniques result in a top quality product to showcase your real estate and bring in more potential buyers.

Another important part of showcasing a property is the property itself. Good pictures can only go so far so the subject also has to look its best.

In preparing to list your home we want to capture best photos possible in the shortest amount of time. The following list is an aide that can help to speed up the process and get your listing to market looking it’s best.

Exterior:

Remove cars from driveway
Rinse dirt from siding and windows
Sweep walkways if needed
Pick up loose sticks and branches
Put toys and bicycles away
Store seasonal décor
Store garden tools, supplies and hoses
Straighten deck furniture

Interior: Living Areas

Remove personal items/photos you don’t want photographed
Remove all visible clutter (newspapers, magazines, remote controls, video game controllers etc.)
Open shades/blinds in a uniform fashion
Wash all windows
Replace burned out light bulbs (try to keep all bulbs the same color and wattage)
Put away all children’s toys
Remove or hide trash cans
Hide pet dishes/toys/beds/crates
Vacuum carpets/sweep hard floors
Dust ceiling fans
Turn off televisions
Turn on all lights
Don’t be afraid to store moving supplies, excess furniture and decorations in your garage or shed (we don’t need a garage or shed photo nearly as much as we need a well organized living room photo)

Interior: Kitchen and Dining

Remove all items from refrigerator door (magnets, photos etc.)
Store food in cabinets
De-clutter counters, sink and stove
Hide small appliances
Hide soaps, cleaning items
Hide dish towels, sponges
Clear sink of dishes
Put away draining rack
Organize and dust open shelves
Straighten/push in dining chairs
(Optional) Add centerpiece, candles, vase of flowers

Interior: Bedrooms

Make the beds
Arrange decorative pillows
Put away laundry, shoes etc.
Any storage under the bed should be out of sight (wide angle lenses capture everything!)
Clear surfaces of clutter

Interior: Bathrooms

Clean mirrors and surfaces
Hang towels neatly or remove towels
Clear counters of all toiletries
Clean toilet and close lid
Remove all items from tub and shower