Why Should Real Estate Agents Give Their Clients a Closing Gift?

Why Should Real Estate Agents Give Their Clients a Closing Gift?

Purchasing a new house is a monumental financial decision for clients, and real estate agents understand the significance of this milestone in their lives. Building a strong relationship with clients is essential in the real estate industry, as it often leads to referrals and repeat business. That’s why providing a thoughtful closing gift should be a priority as you approach the end of a deal.

Studies reveal that homeowners tend to stay in their homes for an average of 10.5 years, highlighting the long-term nature of real estate relationships. By investing time in getting to know your clients throughout the homebuying process, including their preferences, hobbies, and future goals, you can demonstrate genuine appreciation for their trust in your expertise. Offering a personalized closing gift not only leaves a lasting impression but also becomes an integral part of your real estate marketing strategy.

While a client may not require your services again for a considerable time, their positive feedback on social media and their referrals to friends and family can generate invaluable word-of-mouth leads. By going the extra mile with a meaningful closing gift, you enhance the chances of cultivating lasting connections and solidifying your reputation as a reliable and thoughtful real estate agent.

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Unique, Custom Gift Basket Ideas

Unique, Custom Gift Basket Ideas

Shopping for gifts is all about being thoughtful, which means the more personalized you go, the better…WAY better! It doesn’t matter how you customize it, all that matters if that you’ve picked out something they’ll love that is unique to them. From personalized ribbon and monogrammed mugs to monogrammed serving trays and even a customize charcuterie board, there’s something for everyone (seriously, everyone—Mom, Dad, your BFF, clients, the list goes on) on your list.
And to top it all off, these custom gifts work well all year long. So whether you’re shopping for Christmas, birthdays, welcome home or just a plain thank you gift, we’ve got you covered. Gifting just got a whole lot easier…and FUN!

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The Benefits of Real Estate Closing Gifts

The Benefits of Real Estate Closing Gifts

If you have ever bought or sold a house, you know that closing gifts are a common courtesy provided by realtors. It’s a way for your realtor to thank you for your business and congratulate you on your new transition. The best closing gifts tend to be ones that are both thoughtful and practical, and which can be used as you settle in to your new home. In real estate referrals and repeat business are extremely important. Let’s face it, buying or selling home can be a painful experience, so let’s end it on a high note!

Less common, but still always appreciated, are closing gifts from clients to their realtors. It’s not generally expected that you will provide a closing gift to your realtor, since, after all, you are a paying customer. But if you really enjoyed your time working together and you know that your realtor went above and beyond for you, there’s no harm in showing a bit of extra gratitude with a gift. Here are some of the best closing gifts both to and from realtors.

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Real Estate Closing Gift Ideas

Real Estate Closing Gift Ideas

Real estate closing gifts have become standard in the industry. With that said, the most important piece of a closing gift isn’t necessarily the gift itself, but the message behind it. That message should be to welcome a client to their new home and not simply serve as a thank you. Alternately, you can use a gift to thank a client for using your services to sell their house. The type of gift you choose and when you give that gift has a major effect on how your service will be remembered, so it’s important to get it right — especially for this shrewd demographic.
Real estate agents want to provide a service that results in referrals. After all, it’s a major source of their business. It’s also the easiest way to generate new business. Since giving a closing gift is one of the last interactions you’ll have with your client, it’s especially important. You don’t have to break the bank in saying thank you, but it does need to be a memorable gift.
Here are some great gift giving tips:

1. Nest Thermostat
The thermostat you can set from your phone. This real estate closing gift isn’t only a convenience but a money saver.

2. LED lighting strips
Simple to cut and affix below kitchen cabinets, around bathroom mirrors, or out on the deck. Simple and energy saving.

3. Firepit/Chiminea
It’s a creative and fun closing gift to help a client make the most of their new backyard.

4. Housewarming Gift Basket
You can never go wrong with food. Even better, add a bottle of wine and they can toast to their new home or the sale of their old home. It’s a win win!

 

 

 

 

 

5. Instant-pot
A hot item for 2018 and a gift for a true multi-tasker, this device combines the slow cooker, electric pressure cooker, rice cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sauté/browning pan, and warming pot. It’s the hippest kitchen appliance on the market

6. Decanter
Giving a bottle of wine as a real estate closing gift is nice, but giving a bottle of wine with a decanter, now that is kicking it up a notch!

7. Do they have a furry friend?How about a gift card to Barkbox or Kitnipbox?

 

Either way you go and no matter what gift you choose, remember that it’s the thought that counts. You want your customer to not only remember the thoughtful gift, but your stellar customer service. After all, it’s the referrals that helps your business grow.