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Why Social Media Matters When Listing Your Home

One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a home seller is choosing a real estate brokerage that doesn’t effectively leverage social media marketing. In today’s digital-first world, simply listing a property isn’t enough. To sell quickly and at the best price, your home needs maximum online exposure—implementing a strong social media strategy is a key player to achieve that success. 

Buyers Start Their Home Search Online

With the majority of homebuyers starting their search online, social media has become a vital tool for showcasing properties. Platforms like Instagram and YouTube offer unparalleled opportunities to reach thousands of potential buyers quickly. In 2024 alone, our brokerage had multiple viral videos that helped us reach over 6 million accounts on Instagram and 1.2 million impressions on YouTube, demonstrating the power of a strong digital presence. Working with a brokerage that prioritizes social media ensures your property connects with a vast pool of potential buyers.

Captivating Content Captures Buyers

Basic photos aren’t enough to sell a home—today’s buyers expect high-quality visuals and engaging content. That’s why our brokerage utilizes HDR photography, drone imagery, and professionally crafted video reels shared across Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to highlight your home’s best features.

This recent lakefront listing in South Hero, Vermont, is a prime example. We created multiple short video reels for social media to showcase the property’s features and lifestyle, along with a long-form home tour video on YouTube to reach buyers near and far. These videos linked to our website, where buyers could explore the full listing complete with stunning professional photos to get a true feel for the home.

More Visibility Means More Buyers and Better Results
The ultimate goal of social media marketing isn’t just to generate likes and views—it’s to attract serious buyers ready to make offers. Our proven strategies connect your property with a wider audience, creating more opportunities to sell faster and at a competitive price. When you list with us, you’re not just getting a listing—you’re getting a comprehensive 360-degree marketing plan designed to maximize exposure and deliver results.

 

Don’t make the costly mistake of listing with a brokerage that overlooks the power of new technology. With today’s buyers turning to digital platforms, you need a proactive marketing approach that meets them where they are.

Ready to sell smarter? Let us guide you through the process with a modern marketing strategy designed to deliver exceptional results. Contact us today to learn more about how our personalized home selling plan can help your property stand out and attract the right buyers.

Top Viral Real Estate Videos of 2024

This year, our social media content at Coldwell Banker Islands Realty spotlighted Vermont's lifestyle, real estate, and natural beauty like never before. It was a year of milestone moments for our Instagram channel! From showcasing local hotspots to breathtaking lakefront home tours, our most-watched videos captured the essence of what makes Northwest Vermont so special. Take a look at the highlights that had everyone talking:

1. Island Line Trail – 9.6 Million Views
We took to Instagram to spotlight the iconic Island Line Trail, a popular biking destination in the area—and it exploded in popularity! This video became one of our top performers with 9.6 million views, over 176K likes, and 148K shares. It's a perfect example of the local content we love to share, educating both residents and visitors about Vermont's vibrant lifestyle.

2. Mini Home Tour: Cottage-Style Home – 403K Views

This highlight reel featured one of our fall listings, a cottage-style home in North Hero, Vermont. This listing demonstrated the power of our reach, amassing over 403K views, 12K likes, and 9.3K shares. Our wide-reaching online presence connects sellers with potential homebuyers and ensures unique properties like this receive the attention they deserve. The result? This property saw a flurry of showings and went under contract in just 24 days.
 

3. For Sale: Modern Lakefront Home in Vermont – 355K Views
This video beautifully showcases the modern luxury of this custom-designed lakefront residence in North Hero, Vermont. With breathtaking views and a sophisticated design, this home truly stands out—and our video captured every stunning detail. This short video tour garnered over 355K views, 7.9K likes, and 5K shares—a clear demonstration of the power of creative and engaging video content to showcase properties. 
 

4. This is Your Sign to Move to Vermont – 187K Views
This fun and engaging video, featuring a trending voiceover, invited viewers to imagine starting fresh in Vermont by highlighting the state's vibrant lifestyle, opportunities, and real estate possibilities. The video resonated with many, earning 187K views, 4.3K likes, and 3.8K shares. By blending captivating content with inspirational messaging, we aim to not only spotlight our listings but also entice potential buyers to discover all that Vermont has to offer.
 

5. For Sale: Idyllic 1870 Vermont Farmhouse – 302K Views
This charming 1870 Vermont farmhouse home tour video received over 302K views, 6K likes, and 4.6K shares, capturing the unique allure of this farmhouse and the unmatched lifestyle it offers. This level of exposure highlights the power of our digital presence in connecting buyers to exceptional properties like this one.
 

 

This past year, our content brought Vermont's lifestyle, real estate, and natural beauty to the forefront. From timeless farmhouses and luxury lakefront retreats to local guides and community highlights, our videos captivated audiences far and wide. With millions of views and thousands of likes and shares, our digital presence continues to elevate Vermont living in a way that inspires exploration and connection.
Our commitment to top-tier marketing sets us apart, offering sellers unparalleled exposure that other brokerages simply can’t match. For buyers, our local insights and knowledge of the Vermont real estate market ensure a smooth, stress-free transition into their new home. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to showcasing the charm, elegance, and unique appeal of life in Vermont—bringing its story to life for residents, buyers, and dreamers alike. 
Make sure to follow along for another great year of content @cbislandsrealty !

Make sure to follow along for another great year of hot Vermont real estate content! 

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Island Insights: Our Top Three Real Estate Videos

Did you know that real estate listings with video get 403%* more inquiries?

Video home tours are an exciting and engaging way to highlight a home's unique qualities to prospective buyers. At Coldwell Banker Islands Realty, we leverage these short-form videos on our social media platforms to promote our listings and attract the most interested buyers. These videos reach a broader audience, have higher engagement and lead to more views on the listing page maximizing the listings exposure. Check out our top performing videos below!

The first video is a short “highlight” instagram video reel of a contemporary luxury retreat on Lake Champlain. We use Instagram to promote listings and our real estate services. Agent bio and area videos have proven successful online as well and receive much higher engagement than images. 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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It is always important to stay on top of the next big thing, especially when it comes to real estate marketing. The second video is from our TikTok account. TikTok is the most recent video app platform to take off and offers high reach and engagement. You will be able to consume content such as the property tour above as well as real estate tips on our page.

 

@cbislandsrealty RATE THIS FARMHOUSE 1-10#farmhousestyle #farmhouseliving #farmhouselife #farmhouselife #farmhousekitchen #vermonttiktok #farmhousesink #vermontlife In My Room by Chance Peña - chancepena

 

The third video is an example of one of our fast-paced mini home tours. We use short-form and long-form videos on our Youtube channel to reach more potential homebuyers and give them a better idea of the layout of the home and property. In 2021, we reached 720.6K people through our Youtube Channel

 

 

Make sure to follow us on along on our social media platforms to see beautiful homes and all other things Vermont real estate related!

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*According to National Association of REALTORS® Statistics

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