3 things to look for in a real estate photographer.

Real estate photography is a field that continues to grow hand-in-hand with the real estate industry. It is competitive and confusing with large pricing and services gaps. Almost no company does it the same way so it is important to know if an agent is getting the best bang for the buck.

This is our top 3 list of things to look for in a real estate photography company.

3. Ease of use

A key factor to picking a real estate photographer is their website. Some photographers use their websites to show a gallery of their real estate photography as well as portrait, wedding, landscape and corporate photography. A photography company that focuses solely on real estate will offer an easy ordering platform, a place for all your photos to be stores, and a slideshow that comes with the photo shoot. You will find a big difference in real estate photographers vs "everything photographers."

2. Turn around times

Real estate is a fast industry. Everything needs to fall into place quickly to ensure a listing is posted and available for showings. Nothing is more frustrating than waiting on photos to get a house on the market. Make sure to check with the photographer and agree on an expectation on when photos are to be delivered. A typical photography company should have your photos within 24-48 hours of the shoot.

1. Flexibility and Reliability

Because there is a lot of moving pieces to make a listing shoot happen you are going to have to rely on the reliability and flexibility of a photographer. If you reschedule, will you be charged a fee? If you need a shoot same day or next day, will the photographer do what they can to accommodate your needs? Every agent should view their photographer as part of their team. If they aren't team players they may not be a good fit for your business. A consistent experience is crucial to making sure things go smoothly every time.