Valerie:  You've been working so hard on your photography skills and I couldn't write a post like this without including some of your wisdom!

Lisa:  True...there are some homes that require that professional touch!

Akerly Team:  A professional is worth the money invested.  You are right about it being affordable...it's money well spent!

Travis:  Most people stand in the doorway and shoot....most don't think to change the angle or shooting height.  I'm sure you will find some great tips in the links...enjoy!

Sylvie:  You are welcome...There's a wealth of knowledge to be found here in the Rain.

Brad:   I understand that not every agent can afford it for every listing...the next best thing is to get a decent camera and take the best shots you can using the advice offered in posts like the ones I've included.  Taking lots of pics is the best way to go so you have lots to choose from!

Ron:  Hard to believe people use their phone to shoot MLS pics.  I've gotten some great pictures with my phone, but I certainly wouldn't market my house using it!

Sean:  Well worth the investment....providing, of course, the house is properly prepared prior to shooting.  Even professional pics can't compensate for clutter and poor furniture placement.

Nan:    I know a few people who couldn't be taught to take MLS pics if their life depended on it, LOL!  And they are the first to admit it!

Bob:  Other agents' poor photos, or lack of photos, will make your good photos even look better.

Andrew:   Amazes me too.  Why isn't it a priority???  

Pamela:  The thing is....light is so tricky and many times requires more than just turning on the lights.  I've consulted on some older homes where only table lamps were available and didn't provide enough light.  Dark pictures will turn off buyers.  Light and bright is what they want!

Lyn:  Sellers do deserve the best you can afford.  If you can't afford a professional, you should be doing whatever you can to achieve the best possible pictures for the sellers who have entrusted the marketing of their home to you.

Rob:  There's a lot of preparation that should be going into each room prior to photos.  For those who can't afford a professional photographer....many professional home stagers include "after" pictures when they do a consult.  Kill two birds....get the room prepared for presentation and great photos all for one price!

Dorte:  Better to have plenty to choose from rather than no picture that is worth using.  Shoot, shoot shoot!

Lloyd:  You are very welcome!  Hope they are helpful!

Janice:  I know what you mean....I don't like those wide angle shots where the room appears to be much larger than it really is.  They are really deceiving.

Jacqueline:  It sounds like you have made the effort to learn and continue to learn as you go.  If people are complimenting your pictures you must be on the right track!  Taking time to do it right is more than some are doing!

Sharon:  I think you will like the other posts too.  When we recently listed out house, the photographer took exterior shots with interior lights on at dusk.  They really came out nice.

Wallace:  Having the right equipment makes all the difference.  Well worth the investment!

Michelle:  If you are capable of shooting great shots, there is no need for a pro!

Valerie:  I'm not sure all the promotion in the world is enough....the bad mls pics are endless!  Thanks!