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Introduction

Most buyers walk into a home and see potential. They see possibilities, aesthetics, the way the space feels. But as an agent, your job isn’t just to see what is—it’s to spot what could be a problem before it becomes a regret. That’s the difference between an emotional decision and a smart investment.

Inspired by Marie Lee’s viral Instagram Reel, this perspective shift will help your clients make sharper, more informed choices.

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How to Create Your Instagram Reel Using the Canva Video Template

We’ve made it super simple for you to create an engaging Instagram Reel! Follow these step-by-step instructions to get your reel live in minutes.

Option 1: Use the Canva Template As-Is

🔹 Step 1: Click the Canva template link we provided. This will open the template 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 copy of the design.

🔹 Step 3: Customize the text to match your brand and message:

  • Double-click any text to edit.
  • Update the fonts and colors if needed to match your branding.

🔹 Step 4: Add your logo (optional):

  • Click “Uploads” in the left toolbar.
  • Upload your logo and drag it onto the template.

🔹 Step 5: Download your video:

  • Click “Share” (top right corner).
  • Select “Download” → Choose MP4 format → Click Download.

🔹 Step 6: Post to Instagram Reels:

  • Open Instagram, tap the + button, and select Reel.
  • Upload your Canva video and add trending audio (optional).
  • Write a compelling caption and include relevant hashtags.
  • Tap Share – and you’re done! 🚀

Option 2: Use Your Own Video as the Background

‍Want to personalize your reel even more? Use your own video as the background while keeping the text animations and design elements from the Canva template.

🔹 Step 1: Record or select a video you want to use for the background. (Make sure it’s vertical for best results.)

🔹 Step 2: Open the Canva template and click “Use template” to make your own copy.

🔹 Step 3: Replace the background video:

  • Click on the existing video in the template.
  • Hit “Delete” or “Replace background”.
  • Upload your own video: Click “Uploads” > Drag & drop your video or click “Upload files”.
  • Drag your video into place to fit the frame.

🔹 Step 4: Adjust the text & design if needed:

  • Ensure the text is still visible and not covering key parts of your video.
  • Resize or move elements if necessary.

🔹 Step 5: Download your video:

  • Click “Share” (top right corner).
  • Select “Download” → Choose MP4 format → Click Download.

🔹 Step 6: Post to Instagram Reels:

  • Open Instagram, tap the + button, and select Reel.
  • Upload your customized video and add trending audio (optional).
  • Write a compelling caption and include relevant hashtags.
  • Tap Share – and you’re done! 🎉

Before you get started

For best results with direct mail, you’ll want to have these core lists ready.

Before you send a text, make sure you have these three things in place:

Before you send an email, make sure these three things are in place:

This is your core mailing audience—used for general awareness and market education. Build your list using the following filters:

  • Homeowners who’ve owned for 10+ years
  • 50%+ equity
  • Areas with strong total commission opportunity (transaction volume × average price)

Start with 1,000 homes. Expand if it’s working. Need help pulling the list? Ask your title rep or use tools like PropStream or Breakthrough Broker.

Used for campaigns like Just Listed, Just Sold, Magic Buyer, or Pre-Appointment letters.You’ll need the ability to quickly pull 100–200 nearby homes around a specific property.

Used for targeted campaigns like Expired Listings, Silver Tsunami, and FSBOs.
Pull these from platforms like RedX or similar.

1

An Email Tool

You need a platform that lets you send mass emails to your database. Use what you have—FUB, Follow Up Boss, Mailchimp, KVCore, Constant Contact, etc. If you’re not set up yet, get that handled first. You can’t send if you can’t hit send.

2

Three Simple Lists

You need three lists:

Prospects

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

People you haven't done business with.

SOI/Past Clients

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

People you have.

Entire Database

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

All contacts.

These lists let you send smarter without overthinking.
3

A Plain Text Format

These emails are written to feel personal, not promotional—so keep them clean. Paste them as-is, with a short signature (your name, number, maybe your site). That’s it.

1

A CRM That Can Send Texts

Most modern CRMs can do this—Follow Up Boss, Lofty, Brivity, Real Geeks, etc. Use your CRM before buying anything new. You’ll want tracking, history, and batch-sending capabilities.

If you do need a mass texting tool, here’s what we recommend. But start with manual sends if you have to.

2

Three Simple Lists

Texting is for follow-up. And smart follow-up starts with the right filters.

Set up three lists:

Prospects

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

People you haven’t done business with.

SOI/Past Clients

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

People you have.

Entire Database

Recommended Audience For This Campaign

All contacts.

Apply two filters:

Engaged Recently

Opened an email or visited your site in the last 7 days.

Not Contacted Recently

No outreach in 30 days (for prospects) or 90 days (for clients).

That overlap—engaged but untouched—is your sweet spot. That’s who you text.
3

A Plain Text Format

These aren’t spam blasts. They’re timely, value-based follow-ups. Use their first name. Skip the signatures.

How to Execute

Step 1

Record the Video

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You step inside a home for sale, and you immediately start to visualize how your furniture will fit, where the coffee maker will go, what weekends in the backyard might look like. And that’s exactly what you should be doing. But while you’re picturing the possibilities, I’m focused on the things that could cost you down the road. That beautiful open layout? I’m checking if the walls were removed correctly. That fresh paint? I’m making sure it’s not covering water damage. That backyard? I’m looking at drainage and how it holds up in a heavy rain. Because buying a home isn’t just about what looks great today—it’s about making sure it’s a solid investment for years to come. My job? To make sure you don’t just fall in love with a home, but that you’re making a smart move. Thinking of buying? Let’s chat—send me a DM. 📩
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#SmartHomeBuying #HouseHunting #homebuyingtips #firsttimehomebuyer #realestate #realtor #realestateagent
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