Breaking Down Zillow's 9 Photography "Do's and Don'ts"

Even if you're not taking real estate photos yourself, it's smart to know a little about what makes a great listing photo...and what does not.The images you use in marketing showcase your listings, but they also say a lot about you. You want them to represent you well!By learning a few basics, you can make sure your photographer is giving you photos that are going to sell properties and impress clients.Fortunately, it's easy to find the information you need. Zillow just posted a super quick rundown of photography do's and don'ts for for real estate sales.Their list is a great starting point that's worth a click through. Some highlights include: no family pets, no fisheye lenses, and no photographers in the mirror (d'oh!).Zillow's piece is worth a look, even if you already know your stuff. You'll be rewarded with some pretty funny images from the "don'ts" section. Our favorite is the "landslide."For more real estate "do's," check out our #1 tip for getting attractive exterior photos. Or, browse around our photo archive for more examples of real estate done right.Oh, and here: since we don't get to share them often, have another puppy picture before you go.