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YouTube Thursdays - We Won't Say Boo, Or Will We?

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Industry Observer with Nature As Neighbors

 

We're working on our marketing for the final quarter of 2018. I know, it's hard to believe we're nearly there. Like a few others in Active Rain, videos are one of the major cornerstones of our overall marketing plan. The holiday season especially, lends itself to opportunities for video production. 

 

Therefore, I was pleased to see Sedona Superstar Sheri Sperry - MCNE®'s plan to use video in her 4th Quarter Marketing. The first, a Halloween theme with the premise, Real Estate doesn't have to be scary.  

 

Buying or Selling Real Estate Is Scary! from Rick & Sheri Sperry on Vimeo.

 

It reminded me of this old video I produced in 2012. I used Animoto, which is a fast way to churn out a video, especially if you use one of their themed templates. 

 

 

Here's an updated version I produced this week, it only took me about 15 minutes to produce. That's the beauty of Animoto. I just plugged in our logo, a few text slides, and several photos of ViewHomes. 

 

 


This may not be the final version, but I wanted to give you an example of how easy it is to produce a video in Animoto. Especially those of who you feel you can't invest the time to produce a decent video. 

 

Much like Anita Clark 's Facebook Fridays, we encourage you to subscribe to each other's YouTube Channels - and take a minute to "like" or leave a comment. You can also add your own YouTube Channel in the comments below, and ask for subscribers. Be sure to subscribe back though - it's quid pro quo! 

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Debb Janes  Bernie Stea
Brokers/REALTORS®
Call or Text 360-608-4900

We help buyers and sellers in Camas, Washougal, Brush Prairie/Hockinson, Salmon Creek, Felida, and other Vancouver, Washington Areas. 


We bring our passion for nature and beautiful environments to Real Estate. Multigenerational and family estates, country land and homes, and small farmsteads are our speciality.


We agree with our clients, "The true luxury of rural living is having elbowroom for the soul.

 

Comments (35)

Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Debb,  Once again, you have me thinking of how to do this.  I need to get better at this.

 

Sep 28, 2018 06:42 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

such cute idea  Please join my channel  Hannah's Channel  Great ideas Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD 

Sep 28, 2018 07:26 AM
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

Why your buyers, sellers call you when asked is because they read a blog post on a particular topic, they saw a video on your community or recreational pastime from the local level. Marketing, video is the best, most powerful one in the entire tool box because eyes, ears add to the transfer of you are there local information right now. Be live and local not a few static images and waiting for your buyer to physically get to your home town, to actually step through the front door of a new house listing or whatever real estate you want to get to a property sale closing. Good post Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD !

Sep 28, 2018 08:24 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning again Debb. You do a great job with your videos. I am really impressed.

Sep 28, 2018 08:47 AM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

You certainly know how to throw a good Halloween video, LOL. Thanks, Debb. The music is interesting, too.

Sep 28, 2018 09:01 AM
John Henry, Florida Architect
John Henry Masterworks Design International, Inc. - Orlando, FL
Residential Architect, Luxury Custom Home Design

Great creative stuff there Debb and Bernie!   I am inspired!  Thanks.  The last one was really polished.

Sep 28, 2018 09:59 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Debb, we were out yesterday getting some Halloween footage and you've sparked some ideas with this post. Thank you! I just love how creative you are, you inspire me.

Sep 28, 2018 11:18 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD,

How cool is this? I love your updated one....great inspiration..very creative! Thank you for lighting a fire under us.

Sep 28, 2018 03:29 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I am so impressed at how creative my friends here on activebrain 🤓can be. Thank you for sharing these  magic Thursday YouTube moments with me Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD ....

Sep 29, 2018 07:54 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Great job...a lesson for all of us !

Sep 29, 2018 05:29 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Hi Debb! I so enjoyed the videos and am inspired to work on something on Animoto for Halloween. Thank you for sharing!

Have a wonderful weekend...

Sep 29, 2018 08:20 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Okay... will need to check these out more closely once I get back from Russia. But if it took you 15 minutes I know it will take me at least 45!

Sep 30, 2018 12:07 AM
Kristine Ginsberg
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager

Hi Debb! You are so skilled at producing all kinds of videos. I wish I had half your talent. I do love Animoto  because it's easy. I'll look and make sure I'm subcrided to your YouTube! Enjoy the weekend!

Sep 30, 2018 12:35 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Debb and Bernie - with your updated example you do make it look easy.

Sep 30, 2018 06:02 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Love the seasonal tagline: Real estate shouldn't be scary (or spooky). 

Sep 30, 2018 11:05 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Love the different videos and congrats to Sheri Sperry - MCNE® for such a cute video!  Love these.  Thanks so much for sharing. I've been wanting to jump in and create one and you've given me the inspiration.  I know it will take time to figure it all out, but knowing that I could be making these in 15 minutes is helpful.  Thanks for sharing!

Oct 01, 2018 08:07 PM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Great videos and I need to do some seasonal videos. thanks for the ideas.

Oct 05, 2018 07:09 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for sharing your experience and your advice.

Congratulations on your feature recognition.

Oct 05, 2018 01:42 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I've reported ths spammer in comment #33 - argh!

Oct 06, 2018 08:01 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

I want to thank you for featuring my video. I didn't see it until right now.... I just posted it again for the holiday!  But....

I love the updated version of the Halloween video you did! I like that you incorporated homes into it. Very cool! 

This is a holiday to take advantage of and have some fun while marketing at the same time!

Oct 11, 2018 06:27 PM