Could I Ask a Favor???

What is the maximum number of photos your MLS will allow? The MLS system we use in Sacramento, El Dorado, and Placer Counties allows up to twelve photographs. That paves the way for my next question; then why do so many agents post only two, three, or four photographs?

I began my climb onto my soapbox today after searching through the MLS. There was a property that peaked my interest, for an investor client. At first glance, only one photo is visible, which is typically the outside of the property. It looked like a clean home with a well manicured lawn. Then I clicked on "additional photos" of which there was one. Yes, one. Please allow me to paint the picture; imagine a black photograph, where the only light that is offered is that of a window. Oh yes, and a white line outlining the silhouette of a door. The end.

My favor: Please understand we owe it to our Sellers to maximize the number of allowable photographs with high-quality pictures highlighting the features of their property because we are paid to professionally market the home, attract potential Buyers, in order for a quick sale at the highest market value. I mean selling quickly at a high price puts more money in the pocket quickly, right? Then why are there still agents that only submit three or four photographs? What is the saying; there are some questions best left unanswered?