Selling in spring? Take the listing photos in fall
Early spring in Minnesota is brown grass and bare trees. If you plan to list then, shoot the outside of your house now.
The busiest listing season in Minnesota starts while the yard still looks its worst. Snow is melting, the grass is brown, and the trees are bare. Buyers scroll past photos like that.
The fix is easy. If you plan to sell next spring, take the exterior photos in September or October, while the lawn is green and the fall color is up.
What to shoot in fall
- Front of the house, straight on and from both corners
- Backyard, deck, patio, and any view
- Drone shots if the lot, the trees, or nearby water are selling points
- Gardens and landscaping while they are full
Interior photos can wait until right before you list, once the house is cleaned and staged.
A short fall prep list
- Mow and edge the day before the shoot
- Clear leaves off the roof, gutters, and walkways
- Put away hoses, toys, and trash bins
- Wash the front windows and sweep the entry
What it costs you
An hour of yard work and a short visit from the photographer. In return, your listing goes live in March or April with the best-looking exterior in the neighborhood.
Thinking about listing in the west metro next spring? Call or text me at (952) 846-9173 in early fall and I'll get the photographer scheduled.
Nazar Orishchin
Real estate agent, RE/MAX Results, Team Steady. (952) 846-9173