Creating a Video to Look Super Hot!

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Second Self Virtual Assistance

How to Use Quick, Easy and Free Video Resources to Promote Your BusinessSuper hot? Well, that's what a company I received an email from today said I could do - create a video that would be super hot. I have an open mind and am ready to learn new things so I went to their site. Hmm...It appears being super hot costs a pretty penny.  

 

How About Super Hot and Free?

I'm always attending classes; a must if I'm going to stay current with the latest tips, tricks and techniques for marketing, blogging, designing, etc. One of the things covered in last night's class was about adding video to your posts. Many free and upgraded products were discussed. Adding video to your blog posts does, indeed, add interest but I wanted to take it a step further. I wanted to think about how Realtors® could use video for their business.  

 

How Can Realtors® Use Video that Keeps on Selling?

We live in a different business world now. Gone are the days of sell, sell, sell. Today, it's important to cultivate relationships, share our knowledge freely and show our clients that we are there for them before, during and after the sale. So, I came up with a short list of video opportunities that can be used to set you apart.

 

Here's one way to give your buyers something that they will not only appreciate and keep, but will share with their family and friends.

Welcome to Your New Home

  The length of the video is up to you. This 24-second video was created using the free version of Animoto. It took literally 10 minutes to create. Take a few photos, add your own sentiments and, of course, your own little piece of "Remember Me" real estate at the end.

 

Other Ideas to Add Value with Video

  • Introduce Yourself - Create a short video about you and your background.
  • Promote Your Communities - Create a video with shots of local attractions, events and scenery. Add why you love living there.
  • Promote Your Listings - Put together photos and information.
  • Testimonials - Show photos of people who have given you testimonials and add a sentence from the testimonials on each slide.

Promote Your Videos

  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Contact List
  • Website
  • Blog Site
  • Tons of other online outlets

This is just a taste of how you can quickly and easily use video to promote yourself all over the web. If you are already using video or if you have some creative ideas you'd like to share, we'd love to hear them.

If you need help pulling this task together, just give me a call. I'm here to help.

Comments (49)

Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Wandanna - There are tons of video software out there.  Animoto is just one.  I'm looking for to Melissa's suggestion of Videolicious.  Good luck!

May 02, 2013 02:32 PM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
Pamela - I love doing video testimonials. It's a great way to help others feel comfortable.
May 02, 2013 03:55 PM
Richard Iarossi
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD
Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

Pam,

From everything that I read...video is the wave of the future. Of course, it has to be done right too.

Rich

May 02, 2013 08:57 PM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Pam,  that is a really catchy video for starters.  I have video that I have paid for.  Can believe how good that one looks.

May 02, 2013 09:19 PM
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Pamela, I looked at the Animoto site and they make it sound pretty easy to make a video. Thanks for the tip. Bookmarked!

May 02, 2013 11:11 PM
Helen and Larry Prier- Re-Max Gateway - Residential Real Estate
RE-MAX Gateway- Residential Real Estate Sales - Anacortes, WA
Anacortes & surrounding Skagit & Island Counties

Pemela, video is the way to go. I love your list and will incorporate some of it in my list of videos to do. I am currently producing videos of community events etc and will be launching them next week. Thanks for the tips.

May 02, 2013 11:33 PM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Christine - I agree.  It makes sense that hearing a testimonial from the horse's mouth, so to speak, will make more of an impact than text on your site.  You can also create a space on your YouTube channel for testimonials and get Google credit.

May 03, 2013 02:29 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Richard - Since our society is leaning toward the attention span of a gnat, video makes sense.  Even then, short videos are watched a lot more than ones that drone on - unless it's a tutorial.  I created a slideshow using Slideshare and it's #1 on Google for it's search terms.  So, that's an additional benefit of videos (or slideshows).

May 03, 2013 02:33 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Grant - Thank you for your kindness.  It's not something that works for every situation but an example of how quick and easy you can throw a video together.

May 03, 2013 02:34 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Michael - I hope you'll play around with Animoto.  You can't break it. :)  Once you put your big toe in the water, you'll be excited about how easy it is and the impact your videos will make.

May 03, 2013 02:35 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Helen and Larry - Good for you!  Please let me know when your videos are launched.  I'd love to see them.  Also, let me know if you find any other ways to make video part of your real estate business.

May 03, 2013 02:36 AM
Morgan Mason
The Outer Banks Real Estate Company LLC - Southern Shores, NC
Outer Banks Beach Houses for Sale

Pamela, thank you so much for the tips and tricks you gave us in your blog!  While I have used some already, you shared ideas new to me.

Video is so versatile and easy with today's technology.  Although I do see some pretty awful videos from time to time, the majority are interesting and well done.  It is geat that we don't have to be "professional videographers" to spice up our marketing with video.

Thanks again for a thought provoking topic!

May 03, 2013 06:19 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Morgan - Thank you for your insightful response.  I design custom property flyers for clients and sometimes look at the photos wonder how the heck I'm going to create an appealing flyer with them.  Same is true with videos.  Don't have to be a professional but should be a little selective with the photos we choose.

May 03, 2013 06:53 AM
Wayne Johnson
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORS® - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale
Pamela-No question videos do add a special something to a blog. If it engages the viewer and keeps them on your website or causes them to come back to your site later, the video worked.
May 08, 2013 01:23 PM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Wayne - You're a smart man!  Thank you for your insight.

May 09, 2013 07:18 AM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor
Pamela, wow! Sorry I missed this post last week. Congratulations on Feature!!!! I will re blog, too.
May 13, 2013 07:14 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Thank you, Mary.  I appreciate it.  Did you see the promo video I created using Animoto?  That was fun!

http://activerain.com/blogsview/3722062/using-video-to-build-trust-and-credibility

I'd love to hear your feedback on this. 

May 13, 2013 07:34 AM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor
Pamela, I will watch video & let you know. (Visiting grandkids)
May 14, 2013 10:02 AM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Hi Pamela~ I have not used Animoto since October and I know they've made some changes. Rich and I are wanting to do an introductory video to send out to potential client leads that we get via the Internet. I have a personal deadline of May 31st and would like to find something simple to use. 

May 17, 2013 06:27 AM
Pamela Cendejas
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Kingman, AZ
Second Self Virtual Assistance (928) 692-3235

Hi Donna - I started out with the Plus version and bumped it up to Pro.  I like the additional features.  Using video has really helped my online exposure.

May 18, 2013 12:21 AM