Frequently asked questions
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- Please go to the How to prepare property page containing the list of to-dos and not-to-dos, explaining what needs to be done before photographers arrival.
- A virtual tour is a digital representation of a property, allowing users to navigate through its various spaces using interactive media such as 3D Matterport, iGuide Tour, Property Video, Photos and much more. It provides a realistic and immersive experience, almost like being physically present.
- Virtual tours enhance the home-buying experience by providing a detailed and realistic preview of a property from the comfort of your own space. This allows buyers to narrow down their choices, saving time and effort on unnecessary property visits.
- Yes, virtual tours are mobile-friendly. You can explore properties on your smartphone or tablet, making it convenient for on-the-go viewing.
- All For Sale & For Rent tours are available for a term of 1 year. You can suspend it at any time of the one-year term if you wish and re-activate it.
- Absolutely! We can incorporate video walkthroughs and agent’s presentations to enhance the virtual tour experience.
- Yes, our virtual tours are not only immersive but also feature interactive elements. You can explore high-quality real estate photos, access both branded and unbranded virtual tours, utilize our virtual tour management panel, benefit from professionally designed brochures, enjoy a complimentary YouTube video, check Walk Scores, and more.
Our tours come with interactive elements like automatic syndication, traffic tracking statistics, seller reports, social network integration, photo download options and compliance with MLS photo size standards. These features enhance the overall experience and effectiveness of showcasing your property. - Yes, the virtual tours can be easily shared on social media. Look for sharing options within your agent’s platform to share the experience with friends, family or potential buyers. All you have to do is connect your accounts and your virtual tours will automatically be posted on that channel.
- Providing more notice increases your chances of securing an available slot at your preferred day and time. We can schedule most shoots with a notice of 24-48 hours. While we'll make every effort to accommodate same-day bookings if absolutely necessary, we strongly prefer a minimum of 24 hours notice to ensure a smooth schedule.
- Yes, absolutely! We encourage you to provide specific requests or highlight key features you want to emphasize in the virtual tour. This ensures that the final product aligns with your marketing goals.
- Weather conditions can affect the quality of exterior shots and drone footage. While we aim for optimal conditions, factors like rain or extreme sunlight may impact image quality. We recommend scheduling on clear days for the best results.
- No need to worry! If it's gloomy on the scheduled day, the photographer can still proceed with the photo shoot. It's important to note that the photo quality might be affected on overcast days. However, rest assured, as part of our package, we include a free Blue Sky Replacement for exterior photos. This means that even if the weather isn't cooperating, our team will edit the exterior photos to replace the sky with a vibrant blue sky, ensuring your images look their best.
- Drones can capture stunning aerial shots, but we adhere to local regulations and weather conditions. Drone flights may be restricted during heavy rain or strong winds to ensure safety and image quality.
- The preferred time for photography can vary, but generally, early morning or late afternoon provides soft, natural lighting that enhances both interior and exterior shots.
- Not necessarily. We understand that schedules can be busy. If you prefer not to be present during the photography session, you can provide access through a lockbox. Please ensure the lockbox is available, and we'll coordinate with you to ensure a smooth process for capturing the images needed for your virtual tour.
- Yes, our photographers can capture images of the building amenities. However, please keep in mind that they require access to every area. When placing an order for the Virtual Tour, kindly inform us about the location and floor of each area you want included. Additionally, ensure that building security is informed about our photographer's arrival. It is essential that the photographer has access to each location, so please arrange for someone to be present to open doors or provide a fob for access. This ensures a seamless and comprehensive photography session for your building amenities.
- No, our policy adheres to maintaining the integrity of the property as it is. Our photographers are instructed not to move or touch any items within the house for safety and privacy reasons. It is essential that the property is 100% ready by the time the photographer arrives, ensuring accurate representation in the captured images.
- After the photography session, our standard turnaround time is next day before 12:00 p.m. We prioritize a quick and efficient process to ensure your virtual tour is live on our website promptly.
Virtual Staging - Once you let us know which photos require staging, they will be automatically added to your virtual tour within 24 hours.
The processing time for a 3D Matterport video may vary based on the property's size. Nevertheless, the Virtual Tour, along with the photos, will be completed by the following morning, before 12:00 p.m. If the Matterport video requires additional time, it will be added subsequently. - The cancellation fee is $49.99. No fee will be charged for cancellations made before 5 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled shooting day. We kindly request that your property be photography-ready at the scheduled time. If, upon arrival, the property is not ready for shooting, a fee of $69.99 will be applied.
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