Is it illegal for someone to take pictures of the inside of your house?

In the US there is no law against a guest taking pictures in your house. It can be considered rude if they are told ahead of time not to do it. That is why some people have a table with a basket by the door and require all guest to place their phones in the basket. If they want to keep their phones they can leave.

Why would someone be taking a picture of my house?

Appraisal. If you’re selling your home, the buyer’s lender must appraise it before issuing the loan. An appraiser inspects the exterior and interior, taking photographs to substantiate his findings. Some lenders only request a “drive by” appraisal that involves a contractor taking exterior photographs.

Can you take photos of someone without their permission?

There is no law preventing people from taking photographs in public. Taking a photo of a person where they can expect privacy, such as inside their home or garden, is likely to cause a breach of privacy laws. Unless the images which have been taken are indecent, no one has the right to: ask a photographer to stop.

Is it legal for someone to take pictures inside your house?

It is legal for anyone to take pictures wherever they have a legal right to be except where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. (Locker rooms, changing rooms, bathrooms) Since everyone is carrying cameras today you can expect them to take pictures if you invite them into your home, unless you ask them not to.

Can a property owner prevent others from taking photographs of their property?

Second, the general rule is that the owner of real or personal property [such as a house or car] viewable from a public space may not prevent others from taking photographs of that property and publishing those photographs – even in…

Can a landlord take pictures of the inside of an apartment?

It’s reasonable for a tenant to expect privacy with respect to the inside of their apartment, but it’s also reasonable for a landlord to sometimes want to be able to document the condition of the inside of the unit. Taking photos of the inside of the unit will be the most effective way to do so.

Can my real estate agent take photos in my rental property?

These photos should not depict anything beyond what is necessary. You should ask if your property manager plans to take photos and then ensure your personal items are put away before their visit. Tenancy laws in your state can address when your real estate agent is permitted to take photos in your rental.