Real Estate Photographer Invoice Template
A real estate photographer invoice bills listing, lists services and travel on separate lines and states the terms (Due on delivery of images). This template is pre-filled for photos, drone aerials, a twilight set and a floor plan for a 2,800 sq ft listing: 7 lines totalling $954.60 before tax. Edit it and download the PDF.
Pre-filled for a real estate photographer: photos, drone aerials, a twilight set and a floor plan for a 2,800 sq ft listing. Example prices: replace them with your own.
From
Summit Real Estate Photography
196 Market Street
Franklin, TN 37064
billing@example.com
(312) 555-0196
Invoice
Bill to
Casey Nguyen
27 Birch Avenue
Georgetown, TX 78626
client@example.com
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listing photography, 2,500-3,500 sq ft tierUp to 40 HDR images, next-day delivery | 1 listing | $275.00 | $275.00 |
| Drone aerial photos8 images by a certificated remote pilot | 1 set | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Twilight exterior shoot6 edited dusk images | 1 session | $150.00 | $150.00 |
| 2D floor plan with room dimensions | 1 each | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Virtual stagingEmpty living room and primary bedroom | 2 image | $30.00 | $60.00 |
| Walkthrough video, 60-90 secondsHorizontal and vertical versions | 1 each | $225.00 | $225.00 |
| Travel outside service area28 extra round-trip miles | 28 mile | $0.70 | $19.60 |
- Subtotal
- $954.60
- Balance due
- $954.60
Notes
Thank you for choosing Summit Real Estate Photography. Terms: Due on delivery of images.
Payment details
Bank transfer or card. Please quote the invoice number.
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Real Estate Photographer invoice at a glance
| Typical job | Photos, drone aerials, a twilight set and a floor plan for a 2,800 sq ft listing |
|---|---|
| Main billing unit | listing |
| Usual payment terms | Due on delivery of images |
| Sample lines | 7 lines, $954.60 before tax |
| Largest line | Listing photography, 2,500-3,500 sq ft tier: $275.00 (29%) |
| Trade-specific fields | Property address, MLS listing no., Listing agent, Brokerage |
Sample real estate photographer invoice line items
Photos, drone aerials, a twilight set and a floor plan for a 2,800 sq ft listing: 7 lines adding up to $954.60, split into services $935.00 (98%) and travel $19.60 (2%).
| Item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listing photography, 2,500-3,500 sq ft tier (Up to 40 HDR images, next-day delivery) | 1 listing | $275.00 | $275.00 |
| Drone aerial photos (8 images by a certificated remote pilot) | 1 set | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Twilight exterior shoot (6 edited dusk images) | 1 session | $150.00 | $150.00 |
| 2D floor plan with room dimensions | 1 each | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Virtual staging (Empty living room and primary bedroom) | 2 image | $30.00 | $60.00 |
| Walkthrough video, 60-90 seconds (Horizontal and vertical versions) | 1 each | $225.00 | $225.00 |
| Travel outside service area (28 extra round-trip miles) | 28 mile | $0.70 | $19.60 |
| Subtotal | $954.60 | ||
| Total before tax | $954.60 |
What a real estate photographer invoice should include
- Your real estate photography business name, address, phone and email, plus a tax ID if you are registered
- The customer's name and billing address (Casey Nguyen in the sample)
- A unique invoice number (INV-1058) and the issue date
- Payment terms and a due date: Due on delivery of images
- Property address: for example 27 Birch Avenue
- MLS listing no.: for example 12-3456789
- Listing agent: for example 12-3456789
- Brokerage: for example See notes
- Line items in listing or per item, each with quantity, rate and amount
- How to pay you: bank details, card link or cheque payee
How real estate photographers bill
Real estate photographers charge per listing in square-footage tiers and add drone, twilight, video and floor plan services as separate lines.
Real estate photographers commonly use "Due on delivery of images".
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Photographers $20.44 (employees, not contractor rates).
Real Estate Photographer invoicing tips
- Put the property address and MLS number in the invoice header, because agents track marketing costs per listing and brokerages often reimburse by address.
- Print the square-footage tier you billed; when a home turns out bigger than the agent said, the tier line justifies the higher rate without an awkward phone call.
- List aerials as their own line and note they were flown by a certificated remote pilot, since some brokerages will not use drone images in marketing without that.
- Some agents ask to pay at closing; if you agree, write the deferred due date and what is owed if the listing is withdrawn or expires, or you may wait months for nothing.
Real Estate Photographer billing disputes to head off
- Agents sometimes pass images to builders, stagers or the next agent who lists the home; note that the licence covers marketing this listing by this agent only.
- Reschedules for rain or a house that is not ready cause friction; a visible trip or reschedule fee line shows the policy was applied, not invented on the spot.
Work a real estate photographer can bill for
Core tasks of Photographers (O*NET 27-4021.00, O*NET 29.x task statements, CC BY 4.0). Each can become a line on the invoice.
- Take pictures of individuals, families, and small groups, either in studio or on location.
- Adjust apertures, shutter speeds, and camera focus according to a combination of factors, such as lighting, field depth, subject motion, film type, and film speed.
- Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment, such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments.
- Create artificial light, using flashes and reflectors.
- Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
- Test equipment prior to use to ensure that it is in good working order.
How to make a real estate photographer invoice
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Add both parties
Enter Summit Real Estate Photography (your business) and the customer, Casey Nguyen, then property address.
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Number and terms
Give it a unique number such as INV-1058 and set the terms to Due on delivery of images.
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List the work
One line per item: the sample runs from "Listing photography, 2,500-3,500 sq ft tier" (1 listing) to "Travel outside service area" (28 mile).
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Check the total
The 7 lines come to $954.60; add sales tax only if your state taxes real estate photography.
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Download and send
Download the PDF or print it, then keep a copy with the real estate photography records.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a real estate photographer invoice?
Add your real estate photography business details, the customer, property address, mls listing no., listing agent and brokerage, then one line per item with quantity and rate. The template above is pre-filled with 7 lines for photos, drone aerials, a twilight set and a floor plan for a 2,800 sq ft listing totalling $954.60; change the prices and download the PDF.
How do real estate photographers charge?
Mostly listing. Real estate photographers charge per listing in square-footage tiers and add drone, twilight, video and floor plan services as separate lines.
When should a real estate photographer invoice be paid?
Due on delivery of images is the usual arrangement. Put the terms and the due date on the invoice so there is no doubt.
How much do real estate photographers earn per hour?
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024: median hourly wage of Photographers $20.44 (employees, not contractor rates). Self-employed rates are usually higher because they cover overhead and unbilled time.