What Sellers Forget Before Photo Day (But Buyers Notice Immediately)

Little things make a big difference in listing photos. Here are the details Western Slope sellers often forget on photo day—and how to fix them in 10 minutes or less.

SELLER RESOURCES

Michelynn

4/14/20261 min leer

What Sellers Forget Before Photo Day (But Buyers Notice Immediately)

Most sellers try hard to get ready for photos. But even with the best intentions, there are a few things that almost everyone forgets—and buyers notice them immediately.

Here’s a quick run-through of the most common “oops” moments and how to fix them fast.

1. Trash Cans in Front and Back

Curb appeal is ruined instantly by:

big city bins in the driveway
kitchen or bath trash visible in the frame

Fix:

Move all visible trash cans to the garage or side yard.

2. Fridge Covered in Magnets and Papers

Refrigerators are one of the biggest visual distractions.

Fix:

Clear the fridge entirely.
Leave it clean and neutral.

“Ultimate Seller Prep Checklist for Photo Day”

3. Personal Items in Bathrooms

Buyers do not want to see:

toothbrushes
razors
medications
used towels

Fix:

Place everything in a bin under the sink.
Use clean, neutral towels only.

4. Pet Items Everywhere

Pet bowls, beds, crates, toys, scratching posts—these all grab attention in photos.

Fix:

Put pet items in one room that won’t be photographed heavily, or temporarily into the car or garage.

5. Open Toilet Lids

A small detail that completely changes the feel of the shot.

Fix:

Make a last-minute lap through the house and close all lids.

6. Random Cords and Chargers

Dangling cords underneath TVs and nightstands pull focus away from the room itself.

Fix:

Unplug and hide cords temporarily.

7. Cars in the Driveway

Even nice vehicles distract from the home itself.

Fix:

Park cars down the street or around the corner during the exterior portion of the shoot.

8. Half-Opened Blinds and Curtains

Uneven window coverings make rooms feel chaotic.

Fix:

Open all blinds to one consistent height.
Open curtains fully where possible.

You Don’t Have to Be Perfect—Just Intentional

You don’t need a magazine-clean house. You just need to remove the handful of things that pull attention away from your home.

If in doubt?
Less is better.

Hosts preparing an Airbnb/VRBO photo shoot should follow the same prep rules.

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