When it comes to selling your home, photos are essential. Good photos will lead to more buyers scheduling listings and attending open houses. Bad photos with dark lighting, cluttered backgrounds, or sloppy editing turns off buyers, meaning your home may sit on the market longer.

Making rookie mistakes when listing your property for rent can lead to stressful, expensive headaches down the road. Here are our top five dos and don’ts when listing your home or apartment for rent on Long Island.