"Photo not available"..........not a pretty picture.

It is really true if there are choice I click right thru the homes with no phots. Thanks for the post everyone should know this

That is so true and I'm glad you pointed it out. Peopel should really think about these things and I'm sure others will agree too. It's always good to consider these things.

I agree you need those pictures and made the place look as good as you can. My MLS let's you post 16 for free, so why won't I?

Jimmy,

So many of the listing presentations are so artfully done, any listing without photos is a true negative. In this market a property does not need the listing effort to give a negative impression.

Agents need to learn photography and video skills.

I spoke (as a sponsor and probably not briefly enough) at the new agent indoc. I mentioned photography and video skills as important to them. They probably did not understand, but maybe they will.

Richard

Jim,

No photos is my pet peeve in this industry.  It epitomizes laziness!

I try and post as many photos as possible. The good (usually not taken by me) The bad (mine) and the ugly.(sometimes my sellers)

Multiple photos are generally what draw in the consumers and peak or create their interest. 

Hi Jim - Every consumer I have ever spoken with about photos says that if there is none they won't even continue to read.

Jim on 95% of my listings I use a professional photographer.  Now if it is a short sale or foreclosure property which I try not to do too many of let's face it a photographer is kind of overkill.  Anybody that does not max out the number of photo's allowed on websites is just not representing their clients very well.

Jim I agree!  If one picture is worth 1000 words, what are 8 good looking photos worth?

Jim, good advice. Not only do you have to have photos, they have to be good photos. Thanks.

Don't be afraid to show what the house has. Some buyers want a house with an older kitchen and pastel bath fixtures. Some want to re-do certain rooms and would prefer carpeting that is worn or dated, because they are going to install something else. Listings without multiple pictures are a disservice to the client.

may San Diego MLS lets u post 25 now. but if I see one I just think the house is a dog.