Preparing your home for real estate photography is essential to highlighting the property´s strengths and attracting potential buyers. Here are some helpful tips to ensure your home is photo-ready:  

1. **Deep Cleaning:** - Before the photo session, do a deep clean of the entire house. Thoroughly clean all rooms, remove clutter and make sure all surfaces are spotless.  

2. **Organization:** - Organize each room in the house to highlight space and functionality. Arrange personal possessions, such as photographs and excessive decor items, to create a feeling of space and neutrality.  

3. **Exterior Cleaning:** - Don´t forget to clean the exterior of the house, including the entrance, facade, garden and leisure area. Remove debris, mow the lawn and arrange flowers to create a positive first impression.  

4. **Adequate Lighting:** - Make sure all areas are well lit for photographs. Open curtains and blinds to let in natural light and replace burned-out light bulbs to ensure adequate lighting.  

5. **Highlight Strengths:** - Identify and highlight your home´s strengths, such as unique architectural features, scenic views, design details and modern upgrades.  

6. **Keep it Simple:** - Avoid excessive decorations or bulky furniture that could overwhelm the photographs. Opt for simple, contemporary decor that allows buyers to focus on the home´s features.  

7. **Flowers and Plants:** - Add fresh flowers and potted plants to add color and life to photographs. Place them strategically in areas such as the living room, kitchen and outdoor areas to create a welcoming environment.  

8. **Repairs and Maintenance:** - Make any necessary repairs before the photo shoot, such as fixing dripping taps, repairing damaged walls and replacing burnt out light bulbs. A well-maintained home conveys an image of care and attention to detail.  

9. **Professional Photography Session:** - Consider hiring a professional real estate photographer to capture high-quality images of your home. An experienced photographer will know how to highlight the best angles and features of the property to attract potential buyers.