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Some would argue that searching to buy a home nowadays is easier than ever. Thanks to the Internet, people can find a place to live without stepping a foot outside. All they have to do is fire up a real estate website and get to scrolling. However, finding a diamond in the rough can be quite a challenge considering that the pool of options is getting smaller due to house shortages. Sometimes weeks' worth of scrolling through real estate listings only result in the strangest properties that raise the question, “How can anyone live here?”
The Instagram account Bad Real Estate Pics is full of such examples, starting from dancing poles in the middle of the living room and ending with cemeteries in the backyard. If you’re in the mood for some real estate humor, scroll down to find the best this account has to offer, and be sure to leave your own thoughts below!
While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with realtor Barbara Thomas, who kindly agreed to share a few tips on how to make real estate photos more enticing for buyers.
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Say No to Downvoting 1 year ago
Um, also, the little side table that seems to be having some sort of traumatic flashback?
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“Photos are crucial in real estate listings as they are often the first impression potential buyers get of a property,” says realtor Barbara Thomas.
“Well-taken photos can make a listing stand out, attract more attention, and create a sense of urgency to schedule a viewing. According to studies, listings with high-quality images receive significantly more views and inquiries compared to those with poor or no photos. In essence, photos help potential buyers visualize themselves in the home and are essential to driving interest.”
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Apachebathmat 1 year ago (edited)
I’m not sure if it’s the picture of the guy with a gun or the one that declares’ welcome to the bone zone’ that I’m more concerned about
Tropical Tarot 1 year ago
The bone zone pic might br because they are s dog owner but the other one.... Ewww
CBolt 1 year ago (edited)
Hate it when pics are hung too high on the wall. But maybe these people are very tall - the chairs are almost high enough to be bar stools. The banner - a very artistic & thought-provoking juxtaposition of the danger of gunfire at the dinner table & the peaceful, feminine pink background. For a dining room, tho, a banner reading "Be respectful to the cook" would be more relevant, with the pink representing Pepto - amazing how replacing one word with 2 others can completely change the ethos of a room!
A listing with bright and well-lit shots will attract more buyers and be sold faster than if it were dimly lit and hardly allow seeing anything.
“Photos that are clear and well-lit give a welcoming feel to the home. Natural lighting enhances the look of spaces, making them appear larger and more inviting,” says Thomas.
Wide-angle pictures are also more enticing to the eye. “These help showcase the full layout and size of the room, providing a better sense of space,” she further explains.
Including high-quality exterior photos in the listing is also crucial. “A clear image of the front of the house, along with shots of any unique outdoor spaces like gardens, patios, or pools, can boost interest,” adds Thomas.
Thomas also recommends highlighting key features of the home, like modern kitchens, spacious bathrooms, or high-end finishes, which can attract buyers looking for specific qualities.
Additionally, it might be worth staging the property a little, even virtually, as it allows potential buyers to imagine how they’ll make use of the different areas in the home.
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Peter At work 1 year ago
This is 'just' Ocher (an iron compound) in the well water. The well needs an areation filter (but they are not cheap)
Of course, what’s not going to lure people into buying a property is poor lighting in the listing photos. “Dark, shadowy, or dimly lit photos make rooms feel smaller and less appealing,” Thomas says.
Another mistake that sellers could make is taking pictures of cluttered spaces. “Rooms filled with personal items or clutter can distract buyers and make it difficult for them to imagine themselves in the space,” Thomas says. If it’s not possible to declutter the areas of the home, at least try to move unnecessary things out of the shot.
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Caiman 94920 1 year ago
My kitchen has very few cupboards, the dishwasher is a wasted space, if you open mine, its full of my storage containers. I don't use enough dishes to make it useful, so its more useful as a cupboard.
Awkward angles are an additional no-no as they don’t reveal the room’s full potential and can mislead or frustrate potential buyers. So put down the fish eye lens, as it doesn't do anyone any favors.
Thomas also recommends against giving into the temptation of overediting. “Using too many filters or heavy photo editing to make the property look better than it is in reality can set buyers up for disappointment, leading to fewer serious inquiries.”
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Tiffany Sauter 1 year ago (edited)
My worst nightmare! I remodeled my bathroom 3 years ago and it didn't cost too much extra to install a TV in view of my bathtub. The TV was completely water proof and was made to go in showers for high end hotels. At the last minute, I chickened out and had the contractor install it in the the wall outside the tub/shower area because I was terrified it would end up in my tub with me.
Lastly, make sure to provide plenty of photos for the potential buyers, stresses Thomas. “Listings with very few photos or missing shots of key rooms like the kitchen, living room, or bathrooms may cause potential buyers to skip over the listing.”
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Debby Keir 1 year ago
Drains - the toilet has to be raised as this is probably a basement, and if not raised, will backflow - trust me.
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Debby Keir 1 year ago
So - one's a bathroom (L) and one's just a toilet. How many times does one in the family need a wee, but eldest daughter is in the bath?
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#38
George Costanza 1 year ago
Or just keep the lid down. Not sure why people leave their toilet lids up anyways, especially with pets in the house.
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George Costanza 1 year ago
This isn't that shocking. Seen plenty of apartments this small in NYC and Boston.
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Michelle-Randy Carlson 1 year ago
If they changed the counter and island, it would be just fine.
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Vermonta 1 year ago
That's a witch window. Vermont’s settlers were really smart with (but mostly cheap) their home designs. They put in slanted windows to brighten and air out spaces that could have been wasted. This brings in more light and air, keeping the home's original look intact. ---------------https://www.vermonter.com/witch-windows/#The_history_of_witch_windows_in_Vermont
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Mike F 1 year ago
I've been looking for a house for around 18 months, none of these scare me. It's kinda old hat by this point. I could have added one that would make you shake your head. 3/2 with around 1200sq ft, with a basement. A very old woman(?) lived there and you could make out when she got to various points of immobility by the "waves" of stuff in the house. EVERYWHERE was full except the bed area and the en suite. The listing said that it would be the buyers responsibility to empty the property upon the death of the owner.
DEW 1 year ago
I have to ask. The living room in the basement didn't worry you?
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Rodney McKay 1 year ago
I saw much worse than any of these while househunting during my younger, poorer days. Many of these would have been acceptable to me then.
Jennifer Smith 1 year ago
The house we bought in 2019 has a hot tub in the master bath. It’s on the second floor and the previous owner had the roof removed to put it in
Mike F 1 year ago
I've been looking for a house for around 18 months, none of these scare me. It's kinda old hat by this point. I could have added one that would make you shake your head. 3/2 with around 1200sq ft, with a basement. A very old woman(?) lived there and you could make out when she got to various points of immobility by the "waves" of stuff in the house. EVERYWHERE was full except the bed area and the en suite. The listing said that it would be the buyers responsibility to empty the property upon the death of the owner.
DEW 1 year ago
I have to ask. The living room in the basement didn't worry you?
Load More Replies... Rodney McKay 1 year ago
I saw much worse than any of these while househunting during my younger, poorer days. Many of these would have been acceptable to me then.
Jennifer Smith 1 year ago
The house we bought in 2019 has a hot tub in the master bath. It’s on the second floor and the previous owner had the roof removed to put it in
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