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Are listing photos included with the agents service?

Are listing photos included with the agent's service when we sell our home? Obviously someone has to pay for the photos. I'm just wondering if they're a separate line item that I pay for or if the agent pays for them.

Asked by Bethany | Austin, TX| 03-04-2024| 1,416 views|Selling|Updated 2 years ago

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Marty & Abby ChampagneSemi-Pro83 Answers
Marty & Abby Champagne

RE/MAX Market Place · Oak Creek, WI

(58 reviews)
Depends on the agent you use. Some include them others do not. Some say a lower commission amount but make you pay for the extras. So be sure to ask your realtor all these questions upfront.
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03-22-2024 (2 years ago)··
Jamie MerwinRising Star20 Answers
Jamie Merwin

ZMD REALTY · SLIDELL, LA

More often than not, this is part of the services a sellers agent provides. The agent should clearly state what they are going to do to sell your home before you hire them.
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04-05-2024 (2 years ago)··
Kevin Neely

Keller Williams Realty Elite Partners · Spring Hill, FL

(76 reviews)
This is a common question among Florida buyers and sellers, and the answer depends on your specific situation and local market conditions. Understanding the fundamentals before making any decisions protects your investment and your timeline. In Spring Hill, Hernando County, Florida, the real estate landscape has its own characteristics that affect how this plays out in practice. The Nature Coast market attracts a diverse buyer pool including relocators from higher-cost states, retirees, and local move-up buyers, which creates consistent demand across most price points and property types. The strategic approach is to work with a local agent who can pull current comparable sales data and walk you through the specific factors that apply to your situation in Florida. Every market is different at the neighborhood level, and decisions based on general advice or national headlines often miss the local nuances that matter most to your outcome. Making informed decisions based on local data is always the strongest position. Kevin Neely & Kaitlynd Robbins | K2 Sells
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04-15-2026 (1 week ago)··
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Jennifer SchillRising Star19 Answers
Jennifer Schill

Epique Realty · Houston, TX

(2 reviews)
There are listing photos and then there are professionally photographed listing photos. Each agent is different, and you should ask each agent you interview about their marketing plan, specifically the listing photos.
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03-29-2024 (2 years ago)··
Alexandria AymelekRising Star12 Answers
Alexandria Aymelek

Real Estate Diplomats · Dallas, TX

(12 reviews)
You'll want to ask your agent, or check the listing agreement.
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09-16-2025 (7 months ago)··
Lisa Bolanos, JDNovice4 Answers
Lisa Bolanos, JD

Elevate Realty · Crestline, CA

(44 reviews)
That’s a great question given the national Association of realtors settlement on Friday. It has traditionally been included with the commission. I personally always provide listing photos from my clients.
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03-17-2024 (2 years ago)··
Kari NewtonNovice1 Answer
Kari Newton

Parker Properties · Decatur, TX

(60 reviews)
Hello Carlos! Every agent is different on what is included in their listing presentation to a seller but I would say that most likely cover the cost of photos. I know I do because I want good quality photos, they are the single most important item to properly marketing a property.
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03-05-2024 (2 years ago)··
Nicki HeadenNovice1 Answer
Nicki Headen

eXp Realty · Firth, NE

(80 reviews)
Yes! I always will pay for professional photos for my listings and do NOT ask my sellers for reimbursement as it is part of the services provided on the listing.
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03-06-2024 (2 years ago)··
Lisa Marie ContaldiNovice1 Answer
Lisa Marie Contaldi

Intero Real Estate · Austin, TX

(42 reviews)
Professional Photography is one of the most important aspects of marketing your home. You should always look over the marketing plan and ask if there are any transaction fees or additional fees. In recent years, Photography includes aerials and video. A good full service broker never charges fees for marketing!
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10-09-2025 (6 months ago)··
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