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As short-term rental hosts, we ALL want to build a listing that stands out from the competition. And we know that having the right photos is crucial in getting prospective guests to book.But what if you’re not a professional photographer, and you don’t have the money to hire one? Can you still take gorgeous listing photos if it’s just you and your smartphone?Kati and Brian Greene are the Cofounders of Overlooked 2 Overbooked, a service that helps hosts optimize their listings to attract their ideal guests at optimal prices.On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Kati and Brian join me to share their top tips for taking photos of your property and describe how to choose the best ‘magnet photo’ for your listing.Kati explains the optimal way to order photos in an Airbnb listing and Brian discusses how to take your listing to the next level by including experience shots.Listen in for insight on using guest reviews to improve your listing and learn how Kati and Brian can help you build a listing that beats the competition!Topics Covered Overlooked 2 Overbooked’s virtual photo shootTeach host how to operate smartphone camera Guide through taking photos for listing on video chat Kati’s top tips for taking photos for your listingLower camera to waist level and lift gazePoint camera parallel to floor (not down at furniture)Use rule of thirds for exterior shotsHow to choose the best magnet photo for your listingReview thumbnail photos of listings ranked above youChoose image that stands out from competitionHow to appeal to your prospective guest’s lizard brainUse contrasting colors, include fun in photosMake guest trust you and feel safe in spaceThe optimum way to order your photos in an Airbnb listingStart with 5 best or most interesting featuresFollow up with room-by-room tour of propertyWide angle shot of room first, then detail shots Brian’s advice on serving as an ambassador of your townAsk why people visit and what’s cool about areaBecome concierge or expert re: local activitiesHow to use guest reviews to improve your listingUse guest comments for insight on what to featureCaption photos with quotes from reviewsHow to take your listing photos to the next levelSet up vignettes of experience guest might haveExample—people enjoying s’mores in fire pit Connect with Kati & BrianOverlooked 2 OverbookedFree Listing Assessment Resources Kati & Brian’s eBookColor WheelLegends X 90-Day STR AcceleratorEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.com Sponsor Hostfully [Discount Code PAD] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.