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3 Real Estate Marketing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

June 06, 20232 min read

3 Real Estate Marketing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

All Agents Make Mistakes, Don't Repeat Them, Learn From Them!

By: Jarrett Shreffler

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Real estate marketing is essential for any real estate agent who wants to succeed in today's competitive market. However, there are a number of common mistakes that real estate agents make when it comes to marketing. By avoiding these mistakes, you can increase your chances of success.

Here are 3 real estate marketing mistakes and how to avoid them:

1. Not having a clear marketing plan.

Many real estate agents wing it when it comes to marketing. They don't have a clear plan for what they're trying to achieve or how they're going to achieve it. This is a recipe for disaster.

To avoid this mistake, take the time to create a clear marketing plan. What are your goals? Who is your target market? What marketing channels are you going to use? How are you going to measure your results?

2. Not being consistent with your marketing efforts.

It's not enough to just create a marketing plan. You also need to be consistent with your marketing efforts. This means putting in the time and effort to promote your business on a regular basis.

To avoid this mistake, schedule time each week to work on your marketing. This could include things like writing blog posts, creating social media content, or networking with other professionals.

3. Not using the right marketing channels.

There are a variety of marketing channels available to real estate agents. However, not all channels are created equal. Some channels are more effective than others for reaching your target market.

To avoid this mistake, research the different marketing channels available to you and choose the ones that are most likely to reach your target market.

By avoiding these 3 real estate marketing mistakes, you can increase your chances of success.

Here are some additional tips for avoiding real estate marketing mistakes:

  • Get feedback from others. Once you've created your marketing plan, get feedback from others. This could include friends, family, colleagues, or even potential clients. This feedback can help you identify any potential problems with your plan and make necessary adjustments.

  • Be willing to experiment. There's no one-size-fits-all approach to real estate marketing. What works for one agent may not work for another. Be willing to experiment with different marketing strategies and see what works best for you.

  • Don't give up. Marketing takes time and effort. Don't get discouraged if you don't see results immediately. Keep at it and you will eventually start to see results.

By following these tips, you can avoid common real estate marketing mistakes and increase your chances of success.

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Jarrett Shreffler

Meet Jarrett Shreffler, the founder of Grow With Us Marketing, a digital marketing agency helping businesses reach their full potential. Jarrett is a proud Marine Corps veteran, bringing discipline and a strong work ethic to every project. Growing up, Jarrett was exposed to the entrepreneurial spirit at an early age with a father who owned his own business. This instilled in a drive to succeed and the determination to help others succeed as well. He spent his youth playing baseball, football, and wrestling, developing a competitive nature and the ability to think on his feet. With a passion for marketing and a desire to help others grow, Jarrett started Grow With Us Marketing. His military background and business acumen have enabled him to lead the agency with confidence and bring a unique perspective to every project. Jarrett and the team at Grow With Us Marketing are dedicated to helping their clients achieve their goals and make a lasting impact in their industry.

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