Question 1

Why do I need professional media services?

Accepted Answer

Here’s the simple answer: YOU DON’T HAVE TIME! To be a top producing businessperson, you need to delegate tasks to professionals. Real estate sellers and buyers expect high-quality media. Many agents spend thousands on camera equipment only to realize their marketing looks unprofessional and is time-consuming. Realtors® should focus on gaining new clients and satisfying existing customers.

Question 2

Why should I hire Listivo?

Accepted Answer

Hire us because we specialize in 'Media for Real Estate Marketing.' We research real estate technology trends and focus solely on real estate listings. We have a great track record, a client-first approach, and years of experience. Our owner, Ryan Saul, has been in the real estate business since 2006, holding various designations, so we understand the industry well.

Question 3

How do you get the interior photographs so sharp?

Accepted Answer

We shoot real estate photos to sell houses, using a technique called 'Inside – Outside.' High-powered flashes create a bright, crisp interior, while a second shot captures the properly exposed exterior. Afterward, we perfect white balance, exposure, and contrast, and cut windows out by hand using Photoshop. This technique provides sharp, informative images.

Question 4

Why don’t you shoot ‘HDR’ photos?

Accepted Answer

HDR photography lacks sharpness, and white balance cannot be manipulated properly. Lights in the home appear orange/yellow instead of crisp white. HDR photos also suffer from quality degradation as they are made by blending multiple images together.

Question 5

Why do you give us so many images?

Accepted Answer

We provide all images from the shoot to avoid follow-up inquiries about specific rooms or features. We prefer to give you too many photos rather than not enough!

Question 6

Why didn’t you make the bed?

Accepted Answer

We create digital media, not clean houses. The listing agent must inform the client of tasks to complete before our arrival.

Question 7

Why were there cars in the driveway?

Accepted Answer

The listing agent is responsible for informing the client to remove vehicles before our arrival.

Question 8

It’s raining. Can we reschedule?

Accepted Answer

Yes! If rescheduled at least 3 hours before the shoot, there is no fee.

Question 9

Do you shoot on cloudy days?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We can edit in a blue sky or even a sunset to replace gloomy skies.

Question 10

Can we hire you today? Like, right now?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but availability may be limited. Editing takes 24 hours, so please schedule responsibly.

Question 11

How do you access my listing?

Accepted Answer

We access properties by meeting the agent or owner, using a hidden key, or via a Supra Lock Box Code.

Question 12

How far will you drive?

Accepted Answer

We drive anywhere! Drive time and fuel costs are billed at $50 per hour.

Question 13

Is there a difference between shooting aerial photos and aerial video?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Aerial video requires precise technical movements and camera control, while aerial photography is quicker. They are separate services.

Question 14

Do you prefer the property owners to vacate the property?

Accepted Answer

Yes, fewer people onsite speeds up the process.

Question 15

Do you need to tour the property prior to scheduling?

Accepted Answer

No, but you can email or text photos/videos if needed.

Question 16

How do we book you?

Accepted Answer

Book online by creating an estimate and selecting services. For questions, our preferred contact method is text message.

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