WayneRobinson Loc: Atlanta, GA

Step back some and add some context around the buildings

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

I think the first shot might have been better if it were not at such a tight angle. If you stepped out a bit from the building, then shot down the side, the viewer would be able to see more of the side - and that is the point of RE photography. Also, I disagree with the comment about the security lights. If I were a buyer, I would like knowing there were security lights already installed.

RWCRNC Loc: Pennsylvania

The second one looks good. The first one looks flat.

agillot

a polarizer for better sky / clouds .

Wes Loc: Dallas

A frontal shot to use as a banner to introduce the property would be a great attraction to potential buyers.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

No. Real Estate images must be honest. But that does not mean you can't pick angles and vantage points that minimize things like air conditioners, poor lawn maintenance, and ugly light fixtures. Highlight the positives, and diminish (but don't hide) the flaws.

Yes, you can *physically* alter an image to make the scene look perfect, but some folks are going to notice once they get there! I don't want to see perfectly green, lush grass, then find weeds and bare spots everywhere. That just makes me wonder what else has been covered up, glossed over, hidden, or lied about.

We last bought a house in 2014. We overlooked it many times when shopping Zillow, Trulia, and the MLS sites. The cell phone photos of it were horrible! They made it look average. The house had been on the market for months and months. But once we read the description, we decided to take a tour, because it had the amenities we needed. WOW. It was much nicer than the photos would lead you to believe. We wanted it immediately.

On the other hand, when we sold our previous house, the agent sent a photographer who *really* knew her stuff. Her husband understood post-processing, too. We had two solid offers on THE SAME DAY IT LISTED. I'm pretty sure the photos had a LOT to do with that.

When working with a real estate agent, HOPEFULLY, they will have informed the client on how to stage the property for an easy sale. Potential customers want to see neatness, freedom from clutter, tasteful placement of furnishings and equipment, and an open, airy look (not too much stuff in rooms).

Your photos should show the structural features of the property in a way that potential clients can see how they might use, or decorate, or furnish them for their purposes.

Burtzy Loc: Bronx N.Y. & Simi Valley, CA

I shoot a lot of real estate, both commercial and residential. As far as the quality of the shots, they are quite good. The subject matter is ugly, but that is not your problem. I don't detect any distortion in the shots. You should consider shooting a straight on shot of any one of the line of units but your technique is perfectly fine.

Diocletian

There is too much shade on the upper half. You could probably shoot at noon to eliminate that. If the photos then get too washed out from the harsh sunlight, try a polarizer. There is also the shadow of a tree in the background, you can just do pp to get rid of it

Also, you can, if you are not already, study pictures of real estate online...and find some that you really think show the property to it's advantage-also look for ones you don't want to emulate!

rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA

The second shot is framed like you would a travel photo or snapshot. Perspective buyers want to see details, not blue sky.

Mercer Loc: Houston, TX, USA

Your photos are properly exposed and focused, and probably would be good for property sales, legal actions, insurance needs, etc. But all great photos tell a story. Nuff said. Thanks for showing these to us. These is nothing wrong with your photos,considering their purpose. The other Hogs commenting have some excellent and profitable ideas regarding these.

Good luck and have a fine day. Mercer

Fotoartist Loc: Detroit, Michigan

They look fine. I would fill in the bald spots on the lawn and take out the shadows from the wires. In my experience this is OK to do for real estate photos as these are "temporary accidentals".

sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri

I agree with the many that have given you what I believe to be good advice. The shadows are a bit harsh and there are some distracting items such as the street light and the electrical meters that draw your eye to them. These can be eliminated by changing the perspective of the image. Try moving in closer, moving to a different angle, and so on. You may want to saturate the colors a bit to green the grass and blue the sky a touch more.

I would not clone out building items, however I would clone out any trash or debris laying around that may distract from the property for they are not physical attributes of the property itself. Scouting the property in advance of photographing is wise and save post-shoot time and produces more pleasing photos. You may need to do a little cleanup like moving trash cans, sweeping the walk and porch, staging potted plants that may be there (or not) to make the property look more attractive. The same goes for interior photos as well so a bit of housekeeping may be required and you may want to carry some home accessory props (plants, candles, books, cutting board and bread, etc.) to make the home look more appealing and inviting.

I see many homes that are advertised that have wall graphics in kitchens and over beds now and many of them are Photoshop enhancements. Little touches make this make the home look more cared for and buyers want nice homes (unless they are in the discount repo market of flipping).

A lot of real estate photos now incorporate drone views of the property which adds to the interest of the property. An honest realtor does not want to embellish the property for a prospect will obviously see that it is misrepresented and thus question the realtor's integrity. What a real estate photographer can do however is to emphasize on an area of the property that is the most elegant (an entry, porch, staircase, etc.).

The goal should be to drive prospects to the property so that the realtor can attempt to make the sale of it or even other properties listed. Good images create interest and interest leads to opportunities. Opportunities lead to sales and sales lead to commissions. A savoy realtor will realize that his property photographer plays an integral part in his livelihood....And that, leads to fair market prices for your services.

johneccles Loc: Leyland UK

Great photographs of some very ugly buildings, they look like something erected for refugees, I wouldn't ever live there.

bmike101 Loc: Gainesville, Florida

Should have seen this one house I did. The place was a pig-sty. I will straighten up stuff but not if it is going to take hours to do. The best part of this place was the community pool.lol

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

If you are doing these as real estate photos, no. Don't clone out anything. I can't imagine any more disappointing scenario than a potential buyer seeing a "retouched, spiffed up" photo and thinking this is a great building. Then upon seeing it, sees all of the natural occurring wrinkles, warts, etc. Emphasize the lighting and textures of the building, but don't start hiding things that are part of the structure.
--Bob