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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

Today was another enjoyable learning experience in our Tuesday Zoom session led by our guru instructor, Praful Thakkar. For today's assignment, I took my new listing from yesterday and updated the photos using the techniques we learned.

What fascinates me about technology is its accessibility; true learning is not hard; it comes from discovering what you can do with it and experiencing those "ah-ha" moments.  That happened today.

Remember, everything is easy once you know how to do it.

 

                  

Until today, I believed I needed an external source to create a twilight effect, place a bowl of fruit on a round table, or add color through accessories in a vacant property. This kitchen certainly looks more inviting with these changes!

 

                   

Above is the front view of this colonial house, showcasing its architectural details. Next is an evening image with the lights on, creating a warm and cozy glow that makes the home feel inviting.

 

                   

The spacious deck has been transformed into a welcoming space by removing structures and cars in the distance. To enhance its appeal, six simple pieces of furniture have been added: a sofa, a chair, a small table for gatherings, and two green plants that add life. A soft rug ties everything together, making the deck feel warm and inviting. This makeover has turned a bare area into a lovely outdoor retreat.

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Margaret Rome
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

Great job, Margaret! I love how you've embraced technology and are constantly learning!

Dec 02, 2025 05:50 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Carol Williams We're both enjoying the learning process! It's amazing how much fun this is when we figure out what steps to take.

Dec 02, 2025 06:29 PM
Ellie McIntire
Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate - Ellicott City, MD
Luxury service in Central Maryland

AI is incredible. How do I get notifications of these Zoom calls? Looks like I am missing some great info. 

Dec 02, 2025 05:58 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Good morning, Ellie McIntire

We've been doing weekly Zoom meetings for over five years, every Tuesday at two o'clock.

Dec 03, 2025 04:53 AM
Carol Williams

Hi Ellie McIntire 
Here is the link to our weekly Tuesday Zoom calls.  My Saturday series post has a list of upcoming topics, and George Suoto writes a blog post every Sunday inviting members to the meeting. 

Dec 03, 2025 05:06 AM
Kat Palmiotti

Ellie McIntire - each Sunday there is a post on the "Featured Blog" roll that shares the speaker of the week and the link to the calls. They are held every Tuesday at 2 Eastern.

Dec 03, 2025 05:13 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Margaret,

It is amazing! I couldn't wait to play with the photos and got my homework assignment up too! 

Dec 02, 2025 06:13 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Wonderful! Going over to check yours out.

Dec 02, 2025 06:30 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Great transformation Margaret, I will have to look into it as well. Jeff

Dec 02, 2025 08:05 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI 

We're having an incredible amount of fun!"! 

Dec 04, 2025 05:40 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I actually pay my photographer for 2 trips to get the twilight photos, Margaret! No more!! GREAT job on the homework assignment. Like you, I'm amazed at the possibilities for our marketing. 

Dec 02, 2025 10:24 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

 Like you, I'm amazed at the possibilities for our marketing and MLS. Great stuff, Debe Maxwell, CRS Thanks for keeping the zooms going and vibrant!   The homework is such a good idea... it gives us the chance to practice right after the session. 

Dec 04, 2025 05:43 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It's neat to see what AI can do to enhance our photos!  I have never used the other AI platforms since Grok is all I need, haha.

Dec 03, 2025 04:13 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Brian England

So much fun learning the things I was 100% sure I didn't need!

Dec 04, 2025 07:14 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Margaret you catch on fast, great job with the edits.

Dec 03, 2025 03:59 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

George Souto, Thank you! Completing homework assignments significantly aids our understanding. It compels us to apply what we are learning.

Dec 04, 2025 05:48 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

What a terrific share, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400. It's full of practical insight and those little sparks of inspiration that make learning stick 🙂. The way you showed how simple tweaks can transform a space really drives home the value of these sessions, and I’m grateful you took the time to walk us through it!

Dec 04, 2025 12:40 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Lew Corcoran 

Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you found the insights helpful. Looking forward to our next session!

Dec 04, 2025 07:11 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Margaret- I'm having so much fun playing with this. I've gone back to some old staging photos and fallen down the rabbit hole. 

Dec 04, 2025 05:30 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kathy Streib, Lots of us are in that same happy hole. Hope you will be sharing your enhanced staging photos!

Dec 04, 2025 07:16 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400  You did a fantastic job . I need to jump in, I will be trying mine hopefully today. We learned so much, didn't we? 

Dec 05, 2025 08:09 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Hannah Williams

I just wrote a new blog using what we learned, and it is so much easier once you catch on! 

Dec 07, 2025 05:34 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Margaret. Has AI created a new monster, no. Your enhanced photos have merely released the creative juices you have always had but could not release. What is yet to come? Stay tuned. Enjoy your day.

Dec 06, 2025 05:34 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Wayne Martin

Maybe a very sweet monster... just did a new post, and it is so much fun.

Dec 07, 2025 05:36 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Great job! Miss Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 - it seems that most of us had a lot of fun with the Assignment this week... and transforming more than one photo. 

Dec 06, 2025 09:39 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

So much fun learning as a group! I just did another post...better the second time around.

Dec 07, 2025 05:37 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Margaret, you are amazing. 

You learn so fast! 

However, you are my Guru! I owe you a lot!

Dec 06, 2025 10:23 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Praful Thakkar

I am so thankful for your patience in teaching us this amazing technology in a way we "get it." Fantastic way to enhance our listings!

Dec 07, 2025 05:41 PM