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An FHFA study found the lock-in effect kept 1.3 million homeowners from selling between Q2 2022 and Q4 2023. Now with rates dropping, we could see more buyers and sellers re-enter the market.
That’s why this Instagram story series works: it builds the narrative step by step, grounding your audience in data, then connecting it to what’s happening right now. By the third slide, you’re not asking a yes-or-no question about moving - you’re meeting people where they are with a softer entry: At what rate would you consider re-entering the market?
It’s low-friction, easy to engage, and a natural segue into conversation. And with the included follow-up script below, you’re equipped to turn story interactions into meaningful one-on-one chats.
If it doesn’t already, the “Deal of the Week” should live in your weekly SOPs. Every week, find the hottest new listing in your market - and turn it into a reason for people to stop, share, and engage.
We know: you can’t always get the listing agent’s permission to share the photos of your Deal of the Week. That’s why we created this template.
Follow the instructions below on how to edit the template in Canva and post to Instagram.
Not sure which listing to feature?
- Filter for new listings (within the last 7 days)
- Focus on your target price point
- Stay in your ideal neighborhood or farm area
That should give you a pool of 50–70 listings.
From there, zero in on the one with the highest saves or views—that’s your Deal of the Week.
If it doesn’t already, the “Deal of the Week” should live in your weekly SOPs. Every week, find the hottest new listing in your market - and turn it into a reason for people to stop, share, and engage.
We know: you can’t always get the listing agent’s permission to share the photos of your Deal of the Week. That’s why we created this template.
Follow the instructions below on how to edit the template in Canva and post to Instagram.
Not sure which listing to feature?
- Filter for new listings (within the last 7 days)
- Focus on your target price point
- Stay in your ideal neighborhood or farm area
That should give you a pool of 50–70 listings.
From there, zero in on the one with the highest saves or views—that’s your Deal of the Week.
Hidden towns drive outsized attention - and action.
Eric Meldrum proved it: his “7 Detroit-ish Towns Locals LOVE” pulled 55× more views than his average video. That’s not luck. It’s a format buyers can’t scroll past and locals can’t resist sharing. And with more buyers re-entering the market as rates ease, this is the moment to spotlight the places that don’t make the glossy lists.
Your role: be the guide. Lead with a bold promise, anchor it in simple lifestyle wins, and let the “locals-only” angle do the heavy lifting. We built a plug-and-play template so you can move fast, stay credible, and convert attention into calls.
Use this to film your own “underrated towns” video - swap in your markets, hit record, and go.
Slow market or not, life doesn’t hit pause.
People are still growing, downsizing, changing jobs, or just dreaming about a fresh start. This poll taps into that in a quick, low-key way to see who’s thinking about a move.
Don’t overthink it. Post it to your story today.
This script is a positioning tool. The hook gets attention because it taps into the question everyone’s asking: what happens if rates fall further? That curiosity is your opening to share insights that matter.
The strength of this video is in how it frames the numbers. You’re not dumping stats, you’re connecting them to real decisions buyers and sellers are weighing right now: affordability, confidence, and timing. That’s what makes you the trusted guide, not just another voice repeating headlines.
Bottom line: use this video to show authority, spark conversations, and keep yourself top of mind when people start making moves.
This one’s a quick poll with a clear purpose.
You’re pairing a timely market stat with a forward-looking “If this, then I will…” prompt so it feels relevant and personal. That combo works (we’ve tested it).
Use it to surface hand raisers without asking anyone to commit. Just curiosity, timing, and intent.
Easy for them to answer. Valuable for you to track.
When Levi Lascsak’s price-cut video went viral with 149K views, it proved just how much attention this kind of content commands. The good news? You don’t need to walk through every home to make it work. This template gives you the same impact powered by market data and your own voice.
Price reductions are hitting across the board right now. Use them to spotlight motivation, highlight opportunity, and start more conversations.
If it doesn’t already, the “Deal of the Week” should live in your weekly SOPs. Every week, find the hottest new listing in your market - and turn it into a reason for people to stop, share, and engage.
We know: you can’t always get the listing agent’s permission to share the photos of your Deal of the Week. That’s why we created this template.
Follow the instructions below on how to edit the template in Canva and post to Instagram.
Not sure which listing to feature?
- Filter for new listings (within the last 7 days)
- Focus on your target price point
- Stay in your ideal neighborhood or farm area
That should give you a pool of 50–70 listings.
From there, zero in on the one with the highest saves or views—that’s your Deal of the Week.
Generic “market update” videos fall flat. What gets views - and leads - are hyper-specific comparisons that answer the exact questions buyers are already asking.
That’s why these neighborhood vs. neighborhood breakdowns perform so well. When Chris Colgan ran this style of video, it pulled in over 8,200 views, because it combined three things: a compelling hook, hyper-local data, and genuine educational value.
That’s what makes this format so powerful: it turns you into the local guide who helps buyers see past the price tag and into the real trade-offs that shape their lives.
This template gives you the structure. Plug in your local neighborhoods, your stats, and your perspective, and you’ll have a video that not only attracts views, but also positions you as the advisor buyers trust when it’s time to choose.
This one’s all about access.
The goal is to make it feel like you just pulled out your phone and started recording: quick and casual.
Below you'll find the Instagram Reel script. The idea here is to turn the camera around (similar to what Jimmy does in this IG Reel) to show your MLS screen like, “Hey, look what I’m seeing right now.” That behind-the-scenes glimpse creates instant credibility and curiosity. People feel like they’re getting insider info they normally wouldn’t see.
End with a clear CTA to have them send you a DM if they want the list.
Stop guessing what spooks sellers. Ask them. This story poll is a one-tap filter. It trades long DMs for quick signal and surfaces real hand-raisers without pressure. The question is simple on purpose. Multiple choice. Easy to answer. You’ll learn what feels most risky and you’ll know who to follow up with first.
We’ve even included the follow-up script so you know exactly what to say when someone responds. Post the poll, watch the votes, and start the right conversations with the right people.
This one’s a quick poll with a clear purpose.
You’re pairing a timely market stat with a forward-looking “If this, then I will…” prompt so it feels relevant and personal. That combo works (we’ve tested it).
Use it to surface hand raisers without asking anyone to commit. Just curiosity, timing, and intent.
The stat leads: “There are now 518,801 more home sellers than homebuyers in the U.S.”
Then the question: “If more homes come on the market, I will…”
→ Consider buying in 2025
→ Look for investment property
→ Wait until 2026
Easy for them to answer. Valuable for you to track.
If it doesn’t already, the “Deal of the Week” should live in your weekly SOPs. Every week, find the hottest new listing in your market - and turn it into a reason for people to stop, share, and engage.
We know: you can’t always get the listing agent’s permission to share the photos of your Deal of the Week. That’s why we created this template.
Follow the instructions below on how to edit the template in Canva and post to Instagram.
Not sure which listing to feature?
- Filter for new listings (within the last 7 days)
- Focus on your target price point
- Stay in your ideal neighborhood or farm area
That should give you a pool of 50–70 listings.
From there, zero in on the one with the highest saves or views—that’s your Deal of the Week.
Sam RP - 70 leads
1. Open the Canva Template
Use the customizable Canva template we’ve provided. It’s pre‑formatted with the poll question: “I just did an equity report for my clients. Their Zestimate was off by $XX,XXX.”
- Swap in your real variance (e.g., $39,000)
- Add your brand colors or logo
2. Download Your Slide
Once your edits are done, click:
→ Share
→ Download
→ File type: PNG or JPG
Save the slide to your phone.
3. Start a New Story on Instagram
Open Instagram → Tap the “+” → Select Story
Upload your customized slide.
4. Add the Poll Sticker
Tap the Sticker icon (square smiley face at the top)
Select the Poll sticker
Update the 2 response options to:
→ Yes!
→ Absolutely
5. Post Your Story
Tap Your Story to publish.
6. Follow Up with Poll Responders
Check your poll results in your viewer list
If it doesn’t already, the “Deal of the Week” should live in your weekly SOPs. Every week, find the hottest new listing in your market - and turn it into a reason for people to stop, share, and engage.
We know: you can’t always get the listing agent’s permission to share the photos of your Deal of the Week. That’s why we created this template.
Follow the instructions below on how to edit the template in Canva and post to Instagram.
Not sure which listing to feature?
- Filter for new listings (within the last 7 days)
- Focus on your target price point
- Stay in your ideal neighborhood or farm area
That should give you a pool of 50–70 listings.
From there, zero in on the one with the highest saves or views—that’s your deal of the week.




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