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The Value Of A Creative Thank You Note

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Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Network Realty BK 3030920

I have to say, I was BLOWN AWAY by this thank you note I received in my office today.  It was so simple, and yet so powerful, and it made me stop and ask other agents in my office to see what had made me stop and go "Wow".

I immediately decided to blog about it, and publicly congratulate the individual who had made my day with such a simple, yet meaningful way.

 

TY Front

 

TY Inside

 

Thanks, Geoff - you have given me the fabulous idea of using Send Out Cards as an extraordinary way to stand out in a competitive marketplace.

http://mailing2.dc1.activerain.com/geoffgrist

 

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Carol Zingone is a full service Broker Associate proudly affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty in Atlantic Beach, FL.  I help buyers and sellers locally, regionally, and internationally.  With hundreds of happy buyers and sellers over the course of my career, I'm thrilled to help first time buyers, military buyers, seniors, investors, 1031 exchange properties, short sales and REO's.  I have spent hours honing my expertise, including the designations of: Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), Loss Mitigation Certification (LMC) , Short Sales, Foreclosures, REO's, (SFR), and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES).  I pride myself on providing excellent expertise to all buyers and sellers. Search the MLS via www.carolzingone.com  for Jacksonville and area listings!

 

Roy Paeth
Barrett Financial Group - Murfreesboro, TN
Just a regular guy helping real people!

It is amazing how much of an impact something so simple can have. Too often in our busy lives we forget to say thank you.

Mar 03, 2011 04:15 PM
Pamela Seley
West Coast Realty Division - Murrieta, CA
Residential Real Estate Agent serving SW RivCo CA

That is definitely a wow thank you card. Very personal, I like that. Thanks for sharing it.

Mar 03, 2011 04:41 PM
Jeana Cowie
RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Paramus, NJ
Broker Associate, ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES

Carol, This was so thoughtful & nice of Geoff to do.  It was also extremely nice of you to share this with others.

Mar 03, 2011 04:43 PM
Evelyn Kennedy
Alain Pinel Realtors - Alameda, CA
Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA

Carol:

Geoff found a creative way to thank you and passed along an idea for you to use.  Thanks to both of you.

Mar 03, 2011 06:23 PM
Allison Stewart
St.Cloud Homes - Saint Cloud, FL
St. Cloud Fl Realtor, Osceola County Real Estate 407-616-9904

Very creative! 

Mar 03, 2011 09:39 PM
Elliott S. Topkins
Topkins & Bevans-etopkins@topbev.com - Boston, MA
Massachusetts Real Estate and Title Atty

Carol--I got one, too, from the same person in Australia. It had my picture on it, and I think the idea is unique. If I am not mistaken, these cards emanate from a company called Send Out Cards, and they can be an effective way to communicate. I am old fashioned, however, and I still like the real handwritten stuff.

Mar 03, 2011 10:28 PM
Irene Kennedy Realtor® in Northwestern NJ
Weichert - Lopatcong, NJ

Carol,

I got a handwritten note thanking me for attending this agent's Broker Open.  You better believe it made me think that doing a deal with him on the other side would be extra special!

Mar 04, 2011 12:13 AM
Jim Lee, REALTOR, CRS, ABR
RE/MAX Shoreline - Portsmouth, NH
Buying or Selling? Ann & Jim are the local experts

I use send out cards for an automatic follow up to my expired letter campaign.

Elliott, just FYI you can send in a handwritten sample of your signature to send out cards and attach it to your notes and cards.

Mar 04, 2011 12:17 AM
Melissa Juarez
Massachusetts Buyers Broker Agency, LLC - Quincy, MA

Thanks for sharing this post on AR Carol. I agree this is a great way to say thanks and stand out as well.

Mar 04, 2011 12:29 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Carol,

Great idea to share with us! I agree that was a clever way to say thank you and stand heads above the rest!

Mar 04, 2011 12:41 AM
Margie Kopp Sorrell
Coldwell Banker Lake Oconee Realty and Lake Country - Greensboro, GA
Lake Oconee Real Estate

wow! what a clever way to set yourself apart from the rest. note to self : )

Mar 04, 2011 01:43 AM
Adam R. Cohn
STANDARD MORTGAGE CO. - Delray Beach, FL
We actually get mortgages closed FAST!

Thats a awesome idea.  Thanks for sharing.

 

Have a great day,

 

Adam

Mar 04, 2011 01:58 AM
Anonymous
Ira S.

What can I say, other than, I agree with everything said.  SendOutCards has made an amazing difference in my business, and is an integral part of my marketing program.

It is growing my business.

www.cardgrowth.blogspot.com

Mar 04, 2011 02:08 AM
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Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

I received a hand-written note from one of my buyers recently. It really made my day. I always write hand-written thank-yous because they are so powerful.

Mar 04, 2011 03:16 AM
Morris Massre
Pembroke Pines, FL
Real Estate Instructor Broward County Florida

I thought it was for a customer, but low and behold, someone just thanking you for commenting.  what a nice guy.

Mar 04, 2011 05:06 AM
Geoff Grist
Mosman Neutral Bay Realty, Sydney Australia - Sydney, AU
Author of Sold Above Market book

Thanks Carol, I have just joined but sincerely appreciate your comments and being part of the active rain community, best wishes Geoff Grist

Mar 04, 2011 07:55 AM
Mike Mayer
Mike Mayer, Broker/Owner - i List For Less Realty, LLC - Lafayette, LA

I've used personal note cards for years with great success. Amazing results can be achieved through such a simple gesture.

Mar 04, 2011 03:02 PM
Trang Beuschlein
Homes for Sale in Campbell CA- Broker-BKR Realty - Campbell, CA
Campbell CA Real Estate - Campbell CA Homes for Sa

I've seen one of those cards from send out cards and they look very personalized, even though they really aren't.  It's a great idea and makes your client think that you spent so much time and thought into sending the card.

Mar 04, 2011 03:27 PM
John Novak
Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV
Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate

That's a really nice touch from Geoff ... definitely memorable and a great way to build the relationship.

Mar 04, 2011 03:35 PM
Elizabeth Byrne
Keller Williams Realty - Arlington, VA
Arlington Virginia Real Estate

Carol, thank you for sharing this simple way of saying thank you. I love the idea of hand written notes, but this one is truly special. Way to go Geoff!

Mar 05, 2011 01:53 AM