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3 Things I Would NEVER Do If I Were Selling My Home In 2025

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3 Things I Would NEVER Do If I Were Selling My Home In 2025

Introduction

Inspired by Kate Howard’s Instagram Reel, this campaign gives you three simple, but often overlooked, mistakes sellers make that can quietly kill deals. Use it to educate your audience, position yourself as the expert who knows what works, and spark conversations with homeowners who want to get it right.

If you hate being on camera, you’re going to love this Reel.

It taps into the growing Faceless Creator trend—where agents build trust, grow their brand, and generate leads without ever showing their face. It’s perfect if you want to reduce the pressure of being on camera or just work faster.

How to Customize Your Instagram Reel Using Our Canva Template

We’ve created a plug-and-play Canva template to help you easily produce a professional Instagram Reel — no need to be on camera. 

Option 1: Use the Canva Template with Stock Photos or Videos

🔹 Step 1: Open the Canva template link provided. This will open the design in your Canva account. (If you don’t have an account, sign up for free at www.canva.com.)

🔹 Step 2: Click “Use Template” to create your own editable copy.

🔹 Step 3: Customize the text if you want:

  • Double-click any text box to edit
  • Adjust fonts and colors to match your branding (optional).

🔹 Step 4: Add photos or videos:

  • Click “Uploads” in the left toolbar.
  • Drag and drop your own images/videos or click “Upload files.”
  • Replace the placeholder images/videos by dragging your uploads onto the existing content.

🔹 Step 5: Add your logo (optional):

  • Upload your logo via “Uploads” and drag it onto the template.

🔹 Step 6: Download your video:

  • Click “Share” in the top right corner.
  • Select “Download” > Choose MP4 format > Click Download.

🔹 Step 7: Post to Instagram Reels:

  • Open Instagram and tap the + button, then select Reel.
  • Upload your customized video.
  • Add trending audio (optional), a compelling caption, and relevant hashtags.
  • Tap “Share” — and you’re done!

Option 2: Use Your Own Videos as the Background

Want to make your reel even more personal? Use a video you’ve recorded as the background while keeping the text animations and design from our template.

🔹 Step 1: Record or select a vertical video.

🔹 Step 2: Open the Canva template link and click “Use Template” to create your editable copy.

🔹 Step 3: Replace the background video:

  • Click on the existing video in the template.
  • Choose “Delete” or “Replace background.”
  • Upload your video via “Uploads” and drag it into the background frame.

🔹 Step 4: Adjust the text & design:

  • Ensure your text is still readable over your custom video.
  • Move or resize elements if needed.

🔹 Step 5: Download your video:

  • Click “Share” in the top right corner.
  • Select “Download” > Choose MP4 format > Click Download.

🔹 Step 6: Post to Instagram Reels:

  • Open Instagram and tap the + button, then select Reel.
  • Upload your video.
  • Add trending audio (optional), a compelling caption, and relevant hashtags.
  • Tap “Share” — and you’re done!

*Please note there is no Showflow or Hook this week.

How to Execute

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Record the Video

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Getting ready to sell your home? There are a few things you’ll want to avoid if you want buyers to fall in love the moment they walk in. 🚩Air fresheners—Buyers walk in and get hit with that artificial scent, and their first thought? What are they covering up? A clean home shouldn’t need one. Instead, do a deep clean of your home and open the windows before showings. 🚩Personal photos—You want buyers imagining their life in the home, not getting distracted by your family vacation pics. Instead, swap them out for neutral artwork or simple decor. 🚩Stuffed closets—Buyers will peek inside every closet. If they see shelves overflowing and boxes jammed in, they'll think, “There’s not enough storage here.” Instead, declutter and organize closets to show ample storage space. Thinking about selling your home? DM me to set up a strategy session about your home. 🏡
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