Why should I hire a professional photographer when I can take the photos myself?

To produce high quality photographs of the property, you’ll need:

• To spend thousands of dollars on digital camera equipment, lenses, lighting equipment, a faster computer, photo software, and a slew of accessories
• Days of learning the techniques and other skills to operate and maintain the photographic equipment and various software
• Hours to labor over the actual photo shoot
• Hours to process, retouch, and correct hundreds of images after the shoot

Or, you can allocate a few hundred dollars in your marketing budget and let us do this for you.

What services do you provide?

We provide professionally photographed and prepared photographs to clients such as agents, developers, architects, interior designers, and other real estate professionals.

What does the photo shoot entail?

The photo shoot is simple.

1. Contact us either via email or phone and schedule a shoot.
2. We’ll come to the property and photograph the exterior, the interior, landscaping, and any other features that you would like us to capture.
3. You’ll receive an email within 48 hours with a link to download the photos in high and low resolution formats.

When do I need to pay you?

You can pay us before the shoot by using Paypal.  Or you can give us a check or cash at the time of the shoot.

Do I need to be present at the property during the photo shoot?

Yes. We don’t know the property like you do. You’ll need to tell us if we should photograph any special features of the property in addition to the basics like the kitchen, the living room, etc. However, you don’t have to be present for the entire shoot.

How long will the photo shoot take?

A typical photo shoot takes about 2 to 4 hours depending on the size of the property. This may be longer than what you're used to, but we believe good photographs take a little bit longer. That's why we don’t rush and compromise the quality as a consequence.  And this is why we don’t charge an hourly rate.

When will I get the photos?

The photos will be ready in 48 hours. Rushes are available if you need them sooner.

Can I get the photos on a CD?

We think delivering the photos electronically is ideal. It’s fast and easy. However, if you prefer a CD, we would be happy to oblige for a convenience fee of $25.

Who owns the copyright of the photos?

By law, the copyright belongs to the creator of the photographs. As such, Douglas H. Kim Photography retains all rights of the photographs. However, we are granting you, our client, the license for full usage in marketing the property. Please keep in mind, though, that this usage is non-transferable, meaning you can not give or sell the photographs to another agent or entity without our express permission. For the full terms and condition, click here.

Can you make a flyer for me?

Sure. We can design a custom flyer that you can print yourself.  Please contact us for more info.

Do you offer custom single property websites?

Yes.  We are an affiliate of AgencyLogic and offer their revolutionary PowerSites.  Please click here for details. 

Do you offer 360-degree virtual tours?

No. Here’s why:

• According to a National Association of Realtors survey, 83% found still photographs useful as opposed to 60% for virtual tours. So, the additional cost of virtual tours is not a good investment for your marketing dollars.
• 360-degree virtual tours are large files and take longer to load on websites. These delays turn viewers off, and they are likely to lose interest fast.
• 360-degree virtual tours present a very distorted view. It doesn’t represent the scene accurately and only causes nausea from dizzying panning.