Can I use previous listing photos

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If I am going to rent a home that I own, is it acceptable to use the photos which were listed when I purchased the property (just over a 2 years ago)? There have not been any changes to the property, there’s no mention of ownership of the photos, and the photos are still available on the listing. I’ve heard various opinions on this, so I wanted to check with the BP community. Thanks!

Account Closed · Answer

If you use it and they have heart burn about it, you will get a phone call or a letter asking you to take it down. There is no chance of you upsetting them or getting a lawsuit if you take it down when asked.

Joe S. · Answer

I know of someone that has in the past screenshot previous pictures. They would look slightly different and any copyright mark would not be included. That person has never had an issue. 😉😉

Bill B. · Answer

If the property is correctly represented in the pictures the only problem I could see would be any copyright issues. Probably nut a concern but I’d reach out to the realtor you used, tell them you plan to rent the property out and ask if it was ok for you to use the photos in that way.

If they say yes, keep the email, again, almost no chance it’s an issue but it doesn’t cost anything to cover your behind.

Theresa Harris · Answer

Ask the realtor who took the photos or paid to have them taken. They may let you use them at least that was my experience when I asked.

Michael Dumler · Answer

@Adrian Molina agree with others, reach out to the listing agent and confirm with them. In addition, if you are permitted to use the previous photos, I would inlcude a disclaimer in the lease listing letting future prospective tenants know that the photos taken are two years old. I can't imagine including the disclaimer would off put tenants, it's more so there to cover your back. Hope this helps.

Lydia S. · Answer

@Adrian Molina

If the Listing agent took the pictures, you need their permission.  If they hired a photographer, you need that photographer’s permission.  Copyright infringement has been a hot topic on some other Realtor forums lately.

Adrian Molina · Answer

Thank you everyone for the great advice!

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