When it comes time to sell a home, every homeowner dreams that it will sell swiftly. However, if a seller isn’t willing to invest some time and money into the property, it is likely that it will not sell fast or for as much as they were hoping for. Inman news wrote an article that lists some things that should be done to help the home sell quickly. By doing the following steps it is guaranteed that home will sell quicker. Additionally, the value of the home may benefit as wel

With the rapid growth of technology, it is easier than ever to take a photo and publish it. This accessibility has made it effortless for small businesses to photograph their own images. With cameras found on nearly every phone, and computers in every home, small companies can create their own marketing material, websites, and photography. However, this does not always mean doing it yourself is the best option for your business. A recent article I read, from the National Fede

Getting professional images is just one step of listing your home for sale. Before a photography session or open home, I recommend taking the time to prepare the property inside and out. To get the best response from potential buyers the home should be well-presented. With images representing the home at it’s best, there is a better chance to achieve a higher sale price. Following is a list of preparations to go through to ensure the home is represented at it’s highest potent

When looking at the Puyallup and Tacoma Real Estate market I come across many listings with poor images. Either the agent photographed the home using their cell phone or they hired the cheapest photographer they could find. The result, listings with unflattering photos and a homeowner not getting the best their agent can give them. The main reason there are many properties with low quality images is, mostly, because agents have in their mind that professional photography is e

Hiring a photographer to photograph your project or listing is a not a thing to take lightly, and sometimes can be intimidating. The property should be represented at it’s best and finding a photographer to do just that can be difficult. In most cases hiring the first photographer that you find or the cheapest can become more of an issue and end up losing you time and money. Here are some questions you should ask a photographer you are considering to hire. Do you have a guara

“Who owns the photo after it is taken?” According to the Copyright Act of 1976, the photographer owns the image as soon as the shutter is released. The copyright of the image takes effect immediately, regardless if the image has been registered with the copyright office. Otherwise, the only way to transfer the copyright of an image is if the photographer, physically, signs over the rights. “You mean I pay you and I don’t own it?” Photographs are the intellectual property of t

Professional retouching comes with the package of a professional photographer. However, there are somethings that cannot be done to images due to regulations and ethics. “We all want to make our homes look amazing, and whilst it might be tempting to use some Photoshop magic to improve things there are some things you should definitely not do with your real estate photos.” –Darryl Stringer What should you NOT do with your real estate images? Remove Obstructions “Some agents th

What is the optimal number of listing photos to generate leads? Researchers at Point2 found that while too few of images may not spark the interest of a buyer, too many photos could lead to less inquiries. Why? More images could show off the entire listing and may answer the potential buyer’s questions. Therefore, there is less of an incentive to contact the listing agent. Some may disagree and say that more images means more leads. However, a study by Streeteasy found that t

Hello and welcome! My name is Christian Anderson. I am a photographer based out of Bonney Lake, WA, and cover the Seattle, Tacoma, Puyallup, and Pacific Northwest areas. I specialize in Architectural, Interiors, and Residential Photography. My passion for interior design and architectural details started at a young age. I even considered going to school to study as an Architect. I enjoy the emotions a space can provide and the comforting feeling that makes on feel welcome. St