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Brian Lee BurkeBrian Lee Burke
Feb 27, 2021 4 min read
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Real Estate Trends and Marketing Ideas to Attract Customers -


The real estate industry is fiercely competitive, unpredictable, and subject to many factors. As such, it can be a challenging sphere to dominate. Traditional marketing principles like cold calling and prospecting have their place. However, technology has fundamentally changed how people search for, find, and buy their homes. 

According to the Real Estate in a Digital Age Report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the typical buyer uses a mobile device to:

    • Search for listed properties
    • View real estate websites with photos
    • Search for information about the buying process 

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The report also shows the resources used by homebuyers to search for homes:

  • Online websites - 93% 
  • Mobile websites or apps - 73%
  • Online video sites - 37%
  • Real estate agents - 86% 
  • Yard signs - 46%
  • Open houses - 53% 

Therefore, it's crucial to have a solid marketing strategy covering all of your bases online, via mobile, and in person. However, procuring leads and sales takes more than just a nice website and the occasional email. If you want to be successful and stay ahead of the pack, you'll need to up the ante. 

That's why we've compiled some of the best real estate trends and marketing ideas to attract and secure clients. Whether you're starting, revamping your sales strategy, or needing some inspiration, our tips can help. Check them out below.

Professional Photography and Videos

Professional photography is already an essential device in the realtor's toolbox, but it's become even more prevalent with home buying and selling shifting online. Potential customers are drawn to striking visuals that showcase a property's best qualities. 

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Promotional videos are another excellent way to exhibit a home, but if it's not in your budget to hire a photographer or videographer, then don't fret. There are plenty of online resources and programs you can use. 

Some let you edit your real estate promo videos and make them look professional, while others come with neat photography hacks. You can leverage these tools to:

  • Create attention-grabbing listings
  • Showcase your brand personality
  • Bolster your online presence

Don't be afraid to get creative and think out of the box regarding your brand. Consumers today resonate with more authentic companies and can spot disingenuity from a mile away. They'll often respond better to genuine, honest videos than stuffy, overly formal ones. 

Virtual Tours and Drone Footage 

For the same reasons, virtual tours and drone footage have become the next big thing. These components allow buyers to experience a home and appreciate its aesthetic appeal—all before traveling anywhere. Learn more about leveraging drone technology at www.part107.com/home.

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This, in turn, means that potential customers are exposed to more options across a wider geographical area in a shorter time. They can make better-informed choices, which could equal faster sales conversions. Virtual tours and drone footage can also:

  • Enhance property listings 
  • Boost social media engagement
  • Expand your online reach

Content Marketing

Content marketing is essential to a successful marketing strategy. Google ranks websites with valuable and relevant content higher than those without. It also offers tools like Google Analytics and Google Trends. You can then leverage your collected data by:

  • Creating informative how-to guides
  • Keeping up with the latest industry developments
  • Offering professional insights into the market

Content marketing isn't only limited to blogs and articles. You can make a video series, hold webinars, or start a podcast. You can also design shareable infographics, launch an email campaign, and guest post on other websites. 

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By establishing your authority in the industry and leveraging multimedia content across all platforms, you can ultimately drive more traffic to your website. This can result in more leads and, therefore, more sales conversions. 

Social Media Marketing

Social media is an excellent way to engage prospective customers and expose your brand to a broader audience. It allows you to build relationships, communicate your vision, and gain valuable insights.

Apart from paid promotions, you can also

    • Collaborate with social media influencers
    • Hold contests and giveaways
    • Use polls and hold Q&As

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It's also vital to establish your brand across all social media platforms, engage regularly, and stay consistent. Please don't overdo it with advertising posts, though. Online audiences won't appreciate being bombarded with marketing. You must keep them following and sharing by providing engaging, eye-catching, and informative content.

Use Trends to Your Advantage

Real estate may be challenging, but if you incorporate the latest trends into your marketing strategy, you'll get a leg up on the competition. You'll also build your brand, establish authority, and grow your audience. By using the following aspects effectively, you'll start seeing the results in due course:

  • Professional photography and videos
  • Virtual tours and drone footage
  • Social media and content marketing 

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WRITTEN BY
Brian Lee Burke
Brian Lee Burke
AUTHOR, E-PRO®, REALTOR® BROKER

Brian Lee Burke is the founder and team leader of Kenna Real Estate Group, a real estate team at Keller Williams DTC. A licensed REALTOR® since 2002, Brian helps Colorado buyers and sellers navigate residential real estate, new construction, pricing, and negotiation. He is also the author of The Real Estate Playbook and Mastering Real Estate: Your Guide to Becoming a Top Agent.

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