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This letter is designed to help homeowners who are hesitant to sell because they’re worried about finding their next home. It addresses their concerns, offers solutions, and builds trust with a clear, low-pressure call to action.
Why It Works:
- Acknowledges Their Fear:
It directly addresses the common concern—“What if I can’t find a new home I can afford?” - Provides a Solution:
Highlights the agent’s ability to find off-market properties, which reduces competition and stress. - Shows Social Proof:
Shares a real example of a client who purchased a home below market value through this approach, building credibility. - Reduces Pressure:
Reassures sellers that there won’t be bidding wars or high-pressure situations, easing their anxieties.
Simple Call to Action:Encourages sellers to text the agent, making it easy to start the conversation without any pressure.
The reason the "Deal of the Week" strategy is part of our weekly plan is because it’s incredibly effective at generating interest and driving activity around a featured property.
So, it’s time to double down on what’s working.
That’s why I created the "Deal of the Week" (DOTW) Farming Campaign.
The idea is simple: if you’re marketing a home as the "Deal of the Week," why wouldn’t you also reach out to the people most likely to be impacted by that sale? The neighbors.
By letting the surrounding homeowners know about the buzz and activity around a nearby property, we create a ripple effect of awareness and interest. This not only highlights the desirability of the neighborhood but also positions you as the go-to expert who understands how to leverage market activity to benefit homeowners.
This approach allows us to turn a single marketing campaign into multiple touchpoints, creating more opportunities to engage with potential sellers and build relationships within the community. It's about maximizing every effort to create the greatest impact and results.
We created this campaign for you because it's important to become an advocate for the consumer.
By providing advice through the lens of being a champion of the consumer, you can create build trust.
We'd recommend using this in your next mass-mailing camapaign to your farm.
My friend, Nik Shewmaker send out 80 letters and has already received 2 Come List Me calls. 80 letters. 2 come list me calls.
Do I need to say more?
Ok, I will :)
This is a campaign known as the ZMA letter. It’s a simple, but highly effective marketing campaign that helps you start a conversation with prospective sellers.
Now, the 10% doesn’t matter. It could be 2%, 7.5% or would you sell at this number?
It’s all designed to create a conversation with the seller.
If you ask any agent who’s been successful marketing to expired listings, they’ll tell you that it’s vital to stay consistent with your marketing – make the calls, send the emails and mail the letters.
The agent who stays persistent wins.
So I’ve created another letter you can use, in addition to our Expired Letter, to help you stand-out in a crowded market.
By contrasting the outdated, passive approach of "homes that sit" with the proactive, high-impact strategies of "homes that sell," we don't just highlight the services we offer—we show sellers that their home deserves the best. We validate their desire for a successful sale by providing proof that with the right approach, they can achieve a higher sale price, faster.
This messaging isn't just about listing features; it's about instilling confidence. It reassures sellers that by choosing your company, they are making a smart, informed decision that will lead to tangible benefits: more equity in their pockets and a smoother, faster sale process.
Every time you complete a CMA, it's an opportunity to start more conversations—and book listing appointments.
S/O to Steve Stych who sent the exact letter that you'll see below, and got a listing appointment that turned into a signed listing. He then sold that listing in 2 days. The total cost to mail out the letters was about $225. And the GCI he's generated from this campaign? $15,000.
Take your most marketable CMA and turn it into a direct mail campaign to generate seller leads every week.
The process goes like this:
1. Do 5-10 CMAs per week.
2. Highlight the most notable one.
3. Send out this direct mail letter.
Pro-Tip: Include your selling programs on the right side of the letter so they know their selling options.
This is how you generate high-quality leads without paying a profit-crushing referral fee.
Keri White is a rockstar agent out of LA who just signed a $1.295M listing leveraging the Zillow vs. Agent strategy we’ve developed.
This campaign works because it create a curiosity gap in the mind of the consumer that they have a desire to fill.
The key takeaway is you can do this for ANY listing in your market, doesn’t have to be just your sales. If you pair this with the ZVA call script, you’re going to get listings.
In the competitive world of real estate, establishing a strong local presence is crucial for success. One effective strategy to achieve this is by sending direct mail letters to nearby neighbors, informing them that you are in the area, assisting one of their neighbors in selling their home. This approach offers several benefits, from boosting your local presence to generating high-quality seller leads and effectively marketing your listings to attract more opportunities.
This letter generated a $2,100,000 listing that sold in 2 weeks.
While your competition is asleep at the wheel sending their generic, Just Listed and Just Sold postcard, there's an opportunity to stand out in the mailbox by providing useful information that's personalized to their market.
We sent this letter to 1,497 North Hills homeowners. Total cost, $1,047.
Here's why it worked:
1. The audience matches the message
2. The call-to-action answers the "Why now?" question
3. The social proof creates confidence
Don't believe the adage that it takes 12 months to generate an ROI from direct mail.
A well crafted message that has a clear call to action can drive immediate results.
Targeting Non-Owner Occupied Homeowners:
This letter is specifically crafted to appeal to non-owner occupied homeowners—those who own a second home or investment property but do not live in it. These homeowners are often more financially and emotionally detached from their second properties, making them more likely to consider selling when market conditions change.
Psychological Appeal:
This letter leverages several psychological principles to connect with homeowners considering selling their second homes:
- Social Proof: By stating that many homeowners are in the same situation, it reassures the reader that they are not alone. This social proof reduces the anxiety of making a big decision like selling a home.
- Authority: Citing reputable sources like Redfin and Yahoo Finance establishes credibility. It shows that the insights provided are backed by data, enhancing trust.
- Empathy: The letter acknowledges the reader's potential frustrations and challenges, creating an empathetic connection. Understanding the reader's pain points makes them feel heard and understood.
- Scarcity and Urgency: The mention of declining demand and rising costs implies that the optimal time to sell may be now. This sense of urgency can prompt quicker action from homeowners.
- Simplicity and Clarity: The letter breaks down complex market dynamics into easily digestible points. Clear, concise language ensures that the message is accessible to all readers.
Nicole Odom reached out to me to help her revamp her Neighbors Only Open House letter.
The formula we used is simple—
👉Direct and clear opening
👉Urgency
👉Encouraged her neighbors to bring a friend/family member
👉Added a subtext that “I’m good at my job”
Whenever you’re creating a marketing campaign, it’s vital that you understand the emotion you’re trying to elicit and the action you want to trigger.
You should 1000% use this for your next listing.
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In 2023, the FSBO market share hit an all-time low of 7% (Source: Clever).
This is an incredibly compelling hook to use as a postcard, start conversations, and provide value.
This strategy includes a QR code, but we're going to do something a bit different…
When the consumer scans this QR code, it will automatically pull up a text message for them to send.
Here's how it works:
1. Use this website to create your QR code.
2. Select SMS.
2. Enter your number and add the message you want.
i.e. Hi [Agent Name],
I just got your postcard and I'm curious to find out why fewer people are selling their homes by themselves.
Thanks!
3. Add it to your postcard.
Here's a text that you can use as your reply:
Hi [First Name],
Thanks for reaching out.
Here are 3 of the top reasons why:
Commission Costs: FSBO sellers often pay a commission to the buyer's agent, which can deter them from selling independently. They're doing all the work and still paying fees.
Marketing Challenges: FSBO sellers typically face difficulties in effectively marketing their properties, resulting in lower visibility and fewer offers.
Lower Sales Prices: Homes sold through FSBO frequently fetch lower prices compared to those sold by realtors, leading sellers to accept less favorable offers.
If you have any more questions, let me know. 🙏
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You might already be familiar with the Magic Buyer strategy—a direct mail strategy that engages potential sellers by outlining who your buyers are and what they're looking for.
This is the Charlie King version.
Within 1 week, Charlie King had 5 calls from this letter.
S/O to Jeremy Applebaum who sent out 83 Magic Buyer Letters and landed 3 appointments.
It's simple:
1. Write a letter to homeowners who live in the neighborhood where your buyer is looking to live.
2. Provide context on the situation and be specific in describing what your buyers bring to the table.
3. Include a direct response CTA if they're interested in selling.
By directly engaging homeowners with specific details about what the buyer is looking for—and showcasing the serious intent of your clients—you not only pique interest but also position yourself as a proactive, dedicated agent.
Below you'll find two examples of this letter—the first is Charlie King's original. The second is my version.
Let's get to work.
Felt like Expired letters needed a little love.
Rather than just another sales pitch, you want to connect with the homeowner on a deeper level.
Here's why this Expired letter hits different—
1. Show them that you know them. They probably have had a wave of agents reach out since their home didn't sell. Acknowledge the fact, then put yourself on the same side of the table: You're not buying it.
2. Empathize with their situation: You're frustrated, disappointed, and likely pretty annoyed…
3. Deliver the anti-sales pitch. Be objective in why their home didn't sell.
4. Personalize the pitch. Show them that you've done your research. You're invested: To sell for top dollar, there are 10 essential marketing tactics. I’ve reviewed your home on the Multiple Listing Service and you’re missing 6 of them.
5. Value > Pressure. Offer your insights and value upfront without asking anything in return.
Next time you need an Expired letter, give this one a try. 👇
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Jason Wright brilliantly executed the Name Your Price direct mail campaign.
The results?
5000 sends. 500+ QR code scans. 8+ listing appointments.
And here's the thing—he only included a QR code. That's it. (see the example below)
The QR code drove traffic to a custom landing page where the consumer answers 3 quick questions:
1. The price they'd want to list for
2. Their property address
3. Their email and contact info
(He did this via a typeform survey on the landing page that integrates into Follow Up Boss)
Then he followed up immediately.
Marketing—done like this—is magic. 🔥
To create your own QR code, simply build your landing page, add the URL to the Canva template below, and download your design as PDF Print. Watch this video to see exactly how to do it. 👇
Scarcity sells, especially in real estate.
Tell someone they can’t have something, and suddenly it’s all they can think about.
That’s the psychology behind this campaign. It opens with a line most agents would never dare send: “I really shouldn’t share this listing with you…”
From there, it trades in curiosity, not information. No price. No exact address. Just a handful of vivid details, a whisper of exclusivity, and a simple CTA: text “VIP” to learn more.
This isn’t about announcing a listing, it’s about creating demand before it hits the market.Send it, and you’re not just marketing a home. You’re making it feel like an opportunity buyers can’t afford to miss.
A good Coming Soon campaign doesn’t just build anticipation—it builds connection.
This letter taps into something we see all the time in tight-knit neighborhoods: someone hears a home is hitting the market, and immediately thinks, “I wonder if [friend/family member] would want to live here…”
We designed this campaign to make that moment more powerful.
It gives neighbors first-look access plus insider prep details they won’t find online—creating a sense of trust, transparency, and exclusivity. It makes them feel like they’re in the loop, not just on the list. And if they know someone looking? You’re now the obvious person to call.
This isn’t just a teaser. It’s a hand-delivered reason to talk about your listing before it goes live. Use it to spark conversations and referrals.
Most Just Listed letters are forgettable. This one isn’t.
Because it doesn’t just announce a listing,it answers the one question every homeowner actually cares about: “Why should I care?”
This campaign leads with value: It highlights the specific, strategic improvements you made to prep the home, giving neighbors real ideas they can apply to their own property, whether they’re selling now or two years from now.
It does three things at once:
✔ Shows the caliber of work you do behind the scenes
✔ Educates homeowners on what buyers in their neighborhood really care about
✔ Keeps you top-of-mind as the expert who understands how to market a home, not just list one
It’s not just a listing announcement. It’s a positioning play.
Right now, the typical homeowner wants $39K more than buyers are willing to pay. And too many agents are losing the conversation before it even starts, because they’re not showing the cost of a bad plan in real terms.
That’s what this campaign is built to do.
It takes sellers out of “let’s test the market” mode and shows them, clearly and calmly, how that mindset leads to a $23,000 mistake they never saw coming. Use this letter to reframe what smart pricing actually means in today’s market.
We based the $23K on a $500,000 home, factoring in two to three months of mortgage, taxes, insurance, and utilities. You can adjust the number to better reflect average home prices in your market.
Just because it’s off the market doesn’t mean it’s off the table.
This final campaign in The Summer Expired Series takes a direct-response approach—and it works because it’s simple, specific, and grounded in buyer behavior.
You’re not asking for a listing. You’re surfacing a possibility.
The message is straightforward: Buyers love off-market deals. And if the seller still has a number in mind, you have buyers who may be ready to act—without showings, Open Houses, or disruption.
This is the kind of outreach that feels less like a pitch, and more like a professional courtesy.
And while the tone is slightly different from the rest of the series—more casual, more direct—it’s still part of the same rhythm, building on the trust, clarity, and CTA repetition you’ve established all along.
Sometimes the smartest move is the one no one’s expecting.
There’s one high-leverage play most agents never mention—and most sellers never consider.
The Reverse Offer Strategy in The Summer Expired Series flips the dynamic. Instead of waiting for buyers to make a move, you make the first one. With precision. With confidence. With a complete offer tailored to someone who already showed interest.
This campaign feels personal and consultative, like you're sharing a trade secret.
It’s especially effective for homeowners who feel close to giving up. Why? Because it introduces a bold strategy at the exact moment they think they’ve run out of options.
And just like every campaign in this series, it closes with the familiar CTA: a 15-minute Summer Strategy Call that builds trust through repetition and offers real next steps.
Price isn’t always the problem. Exposure is.
Most sellers assume their home didn’t sell because it was priced too high.
And sometimes, that’s true. But more often, it’s because their agent never got the home in front of the right buyers.
That’s what this campaign challenges head-on.
Campaign 4 of The Summer Expired Series introduces a set of high-leverage marketing strategies most sellers have never heard of—reverse prospecting, YouTube pre-roll, geo-fenced retargeting, and more. It’s not smoke and mirrors. It’s smart, targeted exposure.
And it does two things instantly:
- Reframes the seller’s thinking.
- Elevates your positioning.
The tone stays grounded, never hypey. The message: you have options beyond a price cut—and a partner who knows how to execute.
And once again, we repeat the same call-to-action—because repetition builds recognition, trust, and momentum.
This campaign is a powerful differentiator for any seller who thinks they’ve “tried everything.”
When a listing doesn’t sell, it’s easy to hit pause—especially in the summer.
This campaign meets homeowners in that moment. It doesn’t push. It presents. Three timely, data-backed reasons to reconsider waiting: falling rates, motivated buyers with deadlines, and rising competition on the horizon.
We start with empathy. We follow with insight. And we close with the same clear CTA sellers have seen in Campaigns 1 and 2 of The Summer Expired Series—because repetition builds trust, reduces friction, and creates a sense of steady, strategic momentum.
Every campaign in this series drives toward the same action: A 15-minute Summer Strategy Call that positions you as the agent with a plan—not just a pitch.
Every seller wants a better result—but few stop to assess what actually went wrong.
That’s what makes this campaign in The Summer Expired Series different.
Instead of jumping into a new plan or pushing for a price drop, we hand the homeowner a mirror. The Home Sale Scorecard invites them to evaluate their last listing like a pro would—with clear, direct questions about pricing, prep, marketing, and exposure.
It’s simple, disarming, and incredibly effective. Because once a seller sees the gaps, they’re far more open to a better strategy—and a better agent.
This isn’t about assigning blame. It’s about creating clarity.
And clarity builds confidence.
A self-assessment that resets the conversation—and sets the stage for a smarter relist strategy.
Don’t ask for the listing. Earn their attention first.
When a seller feels burned by the process, the last thing they want is another pitch.
What they do want? Proof that you're different. That you're helpful before you're hired. That you see details others overlook.
That’s why Campaign 1 in The Summer Expired Series leads with value.
Instead of telling homeowners how to “boost curb appeal” or “increase value,” we flip the script—Here’s how to instantly attract more buyers…without a major reno.
This first postcard sets the tone: generous, strategic, and persuasive. It meets sellers where they are—hesitant, but still hopeful—and gives them quick wins they can trust.
This campaign is a spin on the proven Magic Buyer strategy—specifically tailored for your clients who are looking for an investment opportunity.
You’re still leveraging real buyer demand to spark off-market conversations, but the message is tailored to homeowners that have properties that need to be renovated.
Tiffany Vasquez sent 88 Magic Buyer Letters and got 15 responses, 10 interested homeowners, and 5 potential listings.
Tre Serrano sent 50 and walked away with 2 listings.
This letter delivers the same results by focusing on what works: a real buyer and a message that feels personal, specific, and low-pressure.
When you’ve sold a few homes in the same neighborhood, something shifts. You don’t just know the market—you know the buyers, the timing, and what it takes to get a deal done.
This postcard is designed to capitalize on that kind of momentum.
It opens with a confident question—Why are so many of your neighbors hiring me?—then delivers proof: multiple nearby sales, strong results, and a compelling offer that flips the usual listing pitch.
It’s direct, credible, and built to spark conversations.
Pro tip: Follow up with a Magic Buyer Letter for anyone who shows interest—include real numbers, real stories, and a reason to call you back.
14.3% of deals were canceled in April.
That’s not just a headline—it’s a conversation starter. And this letter is designed to turn that market reality into a moment of connection with sellers who’ve pulled their homes off the market.
We’re not pitching. We’re not pressuring. We’re showing up with empathy, insight, and a clear reason to reach out right now.
This campaign works because it meets the seller where they are:
→ Discouraged but not done
→ Skeptical, but still open
→ Burned out, but hoping for a better plan
It validates their experience, shows you’ve done your homework, and makes a thoughtful offer—without asking for anything in return.
Send this to homeowners who canceled, expired, or withdrew their listings this spring.
This letter is built for one purpose: to help you start meaningful conversations with homeowners as we head into the summer season.
It’s an updated variation of Reasons Why People Are Selling This Summer—the campaign Gretchen Coley used to generate a $2.1M listing that sold in just two weeks.
The message is timely, relevant, and direct. It speaks to what sellers are actually thinking about right now: rates, timing, uncertainty, and whether it’s still a good time to sell.
Use this version to establish a new farm—or re-engage an existing one.
Just don’t forget to personalize:
- Include your local days on market
- Add real data about home values or recent activity
- Keep the call to action clear and simple
Direct mail doesn’t need 12 months to work. It just needs the right message at the right time.
Most “Just Sold” campaigns flex speed. This one shows staying power.
Because sometimes, the best proof of your value isn’t how fast you sell a home—but how you show up when it doesn’t sell quickly.
This letter is designed to highlight your unique value: persistence.
You didn’t panic.
You kept showing up, kept marketing, and delivered the result your clients deserved.
Use this campaign to tell that story—so future sellers know exactly who to call when the sale isn’t easy, and the stakes are high.