Photog experts

What is your budget? Do you already have a camera (DSLR or point and shoot)?
Perhaps more important than the camera is the lighting and decluttering of the space. In a photo, many things become enormous distractions that in "real life" you don't even notice. So I'd say staging is key, as is lighting--an underexposed or dark photo will be awful no matter what it depicts. Also, a tripod is usually very helpful. If you don't know what you are doing in terms of the photography, don't fake it--just ask a friend who is a photographer by hobby or more.

Many real estate photogs freelance. I would consider hiring one for $200-$300 rather than spending the money on a camera. They already own the proper lighting equipment, and they'll also do a little bit of staging/picking out the right POV.

ali r.
DG Neary Realty

Although as a fsbo, you can and will do many things yourself, photography is not one of them. Hire Gotham Photo.

http://www.gothamphotocompany.com/

There is so much "art" that an experienced real estate photographer brings to the party, it's an expense you should not spare. And the photographer doesn't ask for 6%. :-)

Unless you're very confident in your photography, or this is just for showing friends/family, not for selling your apartment, I'd also recommend hiring a pro. But if you're committed to doing it yourself, just rent what you need. A Canon Rebel and Canon ultrawide 10-22mm lens will run around $60 for the weekend, less if you just need it for an afternoon. You'll want to borrow or rent a tripod as well.

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