Does GOOD photography enhance potential rent income?

[Christopher Johanson]

I've always believed the old phrase "You can't catch anything, if you don't get any bites." I'm curious as to see if anybody has any feedback on use of photography. I personally do semi-professional photography as a side job/hobby, and from what I've seen looking throughout local listings, there is some terrible photos on most of these listings that immediately deters me from wanting to look at them.

I imagine that with outstanding photos (That are properly staged, and well lit... )you would be able to attract a higher level of tenant/buyer to look at your property. Not because the property itself is necessarily any different, but because you grabbed their attention by "standing out" with photos. 

Feedback?

[Account Closed]

Absolutely. Good clear photos are one of the keys to getting not only good rental showings but also higher rents. Of course you have to have a nice clean rental to take a picture of in order for the pictures to work. A beautiful picture of a rundown shack is only half the equation. Cleaning out the unit, renovating it, then taking good pictures all work together to attract the quality tenants that are looking for a quality rental. I think good pictures give you higher rents because you fill the vacancy faster and don't have to lower the rent. If you don't agree then post a unfocused picture of the house with your finger over half the lens for kicks and see what response you get and then report back.