SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
How can commercial real estate companies utilize social media?
Once a building is completed, the next task is to fill it with tenants. As every power broker knows, social media can be a pivotal force in a property marketing plan. But before figuring out which social media channel makes the most sense, it is important to understand the target audience and to study the demographic.
Kris Ruby, CEO of Ruby Media Group, a public relations, social media and corporate consulting agency, has seen the power of social media for real estate marketing. Here are her top 10 ways CRE professionals can leverage digital outlets.
SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS & CONTENT IDEAS FOR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE (CRE)
1. Employ drone photography for Instagram Strong photography is critical to the success of any Instagram marketing strategy. Photograph properties from all angles and post them on Instagram. Images taken with drones can improve the production quality.
2. Leverage influencer marketing Search on Instagram to see if any influencers in that area cover all things related to the property in the neighborhood. Direct message influencers and invite them to do a tour of a building and feature it in their feed. Ask to see a copy of their media kit, as many influencers will want to be paid for a post. It is also possible to organize a meetup with several of the most prominent social media stars in the area.
3. Take advantage of the Instagram carousel The new Instagram carousel feature lets users upload up to 10 videos and static images in a single Instagram post. Try doing a before-and-after carousel to show from construction to the completion phase. Utilize pictures of the exterior and images from inside the property with staged furniture. Including a quick video tour around the property will also add to the visual experience.
4. Use Instagram Live Instagram live is one of the latest updates to the app, giving users a 24-hour real-time glimpse into daily life. Instagram live should be used to show videos or text that is happening in the moment. This feature can be a great way to highlight behind-the-scenes events. An Instagram live Q&A while doing a walk-through of a property makes it easy to answer prospects’ questions.
5. Publish on LinkedIn Figuring out how to translate building features into engaging content that people will want to read will promote the property in a more dynamic way. Strong pieces will often tie in to a roundup article on the top reasons why a tenant would live in that area. LinkedIn is a great outlet for short-form pieces, especially for brokers with access to a strong professional network.
6. Do hashtag research Finding which hashtags are popular in the area surrounding a property is a quick way to get on a prospective tenant’s radar. Search for everyone in the area who is already using a location-specific hashtag, and look for every variation of that hashtag. Be sure to add in the location of every post to increase the geo-tag searchability.
7. Engage in Facebook groups Facebook groups are powerful, targeted audiences. For example, if there is a new property in Westchester County for families, engage in the mom groups for each town. Overt advertisements can lead to a ban, but if someone has already posted that they are looking to move, this may be a great place to drop a comment about that new building nearby.
8. Offer an exclusive walk-through on Facebook Live Utilize Facebook Live to offer a virtual walk-through of a property. Hit record and walk people through every room. Throughout the Facebook live feed, encourage people to share and “like” the content. Encouraging viewers to ask questions about the listing will increase engagement. By sharing a live video while walking through the property, interested tenants or buyers can take a tour of the property without stepping inside.
9. Use Facebook Messenger Day to preview a new listing Facebook Messenger Day’s timed video option is perfect for teasing a listing without giving too much away. Previewing it on Facebook allows friends to see it on the same platform instead of making them go to Snapchat or another social media platform.
10. Snapchat building amenities Snapchat is the photo sharing app dominated by Millennials and Generation Z. Post photos and videos to show building amenities including the gym, restaurants, coffee shops and rooftop lounges. If there are building events, showcase them on Snapchat.
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Ruby Media Group is a strategic Public Relations, Social Media and Management Consulting Agency. Ruby Media Group helps companies increase their exposure through leveraging social media and digital PR. RMG conducts a thorough deep dive into an organizations brand identity, and then creates a digital footprint and comprehensive strategy to execute against. Specialties include content creation, strategic planning, social media management, and digital public relations. RMG helps clients shine in the digital space by extracting their strengths, developing story ideas, and crafting compelling news angles to ensure journalists go to their clients first as story sources and thought leaders. Ruby Media Group creates strategic, creative, measurable targeted campaigns to achieve your organizations strategic business growth objectives. RMG Founder Kris Ruby is the “go to” consultant for top commercial real estate executives for PR and social media strategy. If you are looking for social media management, content creation of media consulting to drive your business forward, visit www.rubymediagroup.com
KRIS RUBY is the CEO of Ruby Media Group, an award-winning public relations and media relations agency in Westchester County, New York. Kris Ruby has more than 15 years of experience in the Media industry. She is a sought-after media relations strategist, content creator and public relations consultant. Kris Ruby is also a national television commentator and political pundit and she has appeared on national TV programs over 200 times covering big tech bias, politics and social media. She is a trusted media source and frequent on-air commentator on social media, tech trends and crisis communications and frequently speaks on FOX News and other TV networks. She has been featured as a published author in OBSERVER, ADWEEK, and countless other industry publications. Her research on brand activism and cancel culture is widely distributed and referenced. She graduated from Boston University’s College of Communication with a major in public relations and is a founding member of The Young Entrepreneurs Council. She is also the host of The Kris Ruby Podcast Show, a show focusing on the politics of big tech and the social media industry. Kris is focused on PR for SEO and leveraging content marketing strategies to help clients get the most out of their media coverage.