Do Cute Fluffy Animals Attract Home Buyers?
If you know anything about humans, human psychology, or are even just self-aware of your own habits on social media, you’ll realize that photos and videos that feature cute fluffy animals ALWAYS grab the viewers’ attention. But what does that have to do with the real estate market? Turns out, experts are saying that putting your pets in your listing photos draws in more homebuyers.
We all love our furry friends, especially when they’re freshly groomed and looking super cute. But wouldn’t you think that putting pets in your listing photos would trigger the buyer to think of all the ways your pet “ruined” your home? Like scratching the floorboards or just an overall pet-Oder in the home?
The truth of the matter is, realtors are advertising their listings wherever they can, and that includes social media. If you want more engagement on your social media posts (comments, likes, shares, etc.) then there are two things you need to increase: 1- video/animation content, and 2- cute friendly furry faces. People are simple just more likely to interact with a friendly photo. For home-sellers, adding a dog or cat to their photos creates a fun, family friendly visual for potential buyers.
All this being said, putting pets in your listing photos is ultimately a gamble of how well you know your target audience for that property. If your potential buyer doesn’t have or want pets, de-personalizing your images might still be the right way to go. Some buyers have allergies to pet hair and dander, and others might be turned off by the potential pet-smell that might be in the home.
Realtors go back and forth on this topic, but the one thing agents tend to agree on is that the seller’s pet probably should NOT be present in the home during a showing.
Source -- © 2021 Florida Realtors®
We all love our furry friends, especially when they’re freshly groomed and looking super cute. But wouldn’t you think that putting pets in your listing photos would trigger the buyer to think of all the ways your pet “ruined” your home? Like scratching the floorboards or just an overall pet-Oder in the home?
The truth of the matter is, realtors are advertising their listings wherever they can, and that includes social media. If you want more engagement on your social media posts (comments, likes, shares, etc.) then there are two things you need to increase: 1- video/animation content, and 2- cute friendly furry faces. People are simple just more likely to interact with a friendly photo. For home-sellers, adding a dog or cat to their photos creates a fun, family friendly visual for potential buyers.
All this being said, putting pets in your listing photos is ultimately a gamble of how well you know your target audience for that property. If your potential buyer doesn’t have or want pets, de-personalizing your images might still be the right way to go. Some buyers have allergies to pet hair and dander, and others might be turned off by the potential pet-smell that might be in the home.
Realtors go back and forth on this topic, but the one thing agents tend to agree on is that the seller’s pet probably should NOT be present in the home during a showing.
Source -- © 2021 Florida Realtors®
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After spearheading the marketing divisions of several major corporations, Jennifer transitioned her focus to Southwest Florida real estate. As the Broker of Orchid Realty International, she brings her expertise in business development and strategic marketing to leading her team.
Consistently recognized with achievement awards for top performance by the company and Bonita Estero Board of Realtors, you can expect a unique experience when you work with Jennifer and her selectively curated team of real estate marketing and customer service professionals. Orchid’s platinum-level client service and results-driven strategic Media Marketing approach are the realization of Jennifer’s vision to refine the way real estate is transacted.
Intimately involved in the local communities and well versed in each area’s unique features, her preference is a personalized consultative approach to working with buyers and sellers. Carefully she aligns a cohesive targeted strategy for each client designed specifically to meet their real estate goals.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northern Arizona University and an MBA with an International Business concentration from the University of Wisconsin. She is associated with the luxury brand Who’s Who in Real Estate and is active in supporting the Fight Against Human Trafficking.
As a golfer and tennis player, Jennifer easily adapted to the Southwest Florida lifestyle after relocating from Appleton, Wisconsin. On her free time, she often strolls along the beach with her five-year-old twin boys and attends concerts with her husband who shares her love of music.
Jennifer is currently ranked as one of the top agents by Bonita Springs-Estero Association of REALTORS and was recently featured in Top Agent Magazine for her innovative marketing techniques, her unwavering commitment to assisting home buyers, and her dedication to helping Southwest Florida homeowners sell their homes for top prices.
Languages – English, Spanish
Consistently recognized with achievement awards for top performance by the company and Bonita Estero Board of Realtors, you can expect a unique experience when you work with Jennifer and her selectively curated team of real estate marketing and customer service professionals. Orchid’s platinum-level client service and results-driven strategic Media Marketing approach are the realization of Jennifer’s vision to refine the way real estate is transacted.
Intimately involved in the local communities and well versed in each area’s unique features, her preference is a personalized consultative approach to working with buyers and sellers. Carefully she aligns a cohesive targeted strategy for each client designed specifically to meet their real estate goals.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northern Arizona University and an MBA with an International Business concentration from the University of Wisconsin. She is associated with the luxury brand Who’s Who in Real Estate and is active in supporting the Fight Against Human Trafficking.
As a golfer and tennis player, Jennifer easily adapted to the Southwest Florida lifestyle after relocating from Appleton, Wisconsin. On her free time, she often strolls along the beach with her five-year-old twin boys and attends concerts with her husband who shares her love of music.
Jennifer is currently ranked as one of the top agents by Bonita Springs-Estero Association of REALTORS and was recently featured in Top Agent Magazine for her innovative marketing techniques, her unwavering commitment to assisting home buyers, and her dedication to helping Southwest Florida homeowners sell their homes for top prices.
Languages – English, Spanish
After spearheading the marketing divisions of several major corporations, Jennifer transitioned her focus to Southwest Florida real estate. As the Broker of Orchid Realty International, she brings her expertise in business development and strategic marketing to leading her team.
Consistently recognized with achievement awards for top performance by the company and Bonita Estero Board of Realtors, you can expect a unique experience when you work with Jennifer and her selectively curated team of real estate marketing and customer service professionals. Orchid’s platinum-level client service and results-driven strategic Media Marketing approach are the realization of Jennifer’s vision to refine the way real estate is transacted.
Intimately involved in the local communities and well versed in each area’s unique features, her preference is a personalized consultative approach to working with buyers and sellers. Carefully she aligns a cohesive targeted strategy for each client designed specifically to meet their real estate goals.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northern Arizona University and an MBA with an International Business concentration from the University of Wisconsin. She is associated with the luxury brand Who’s Who in Real Estate and is active in supporting the Fight Against Human Trafficking.
As a golfer and tennis player, Jennifer easily adapted to the Southwest Florida lifestyle after relocating from Appleton, Wisconsin. On her free time, she often strolls along the beach with her five-year-old twin boys and attends concerts with her husband who shares her love of music.
Jennifer is currently ranked as one of the top agents by Bonita Springs-Estero Association of REALTORS and was recently featured in Top Agent Magazine for her innovative marketing techniques, her unwavering commitment to assisting home buyers, and her dedication to helping Southwest Florida homeowners sell their homes for top prices.
Languages – English, Spanish
Consistently recognized with achievement awards for top performance by the company and Bonita Estero Board of Realtors, you can expect a unique experience when you work with Jennifer and her selectively curated team of real estate marketing and customer service professionals. Orchid’s platinum-level client service and results-driven strategic Media Marketing approach are the realization of Jennifer’s vision to refine the way real estate is transacted.
Intimately involved in the local communities and well versed in each area’s unique features, her preference is a personalized consultative approach to working with buyers and sellers. Carefully she aligns a cohesive targeted strategy for each client designed specifically to meet their real estate goals.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northern Arizona University and an MBA with an International Business concentration from the University of Wisconsin. She is associated with the luxury brand Who’s Who in Real Estate and is active in supporting the Fight Against Human Trafficking.
As a golfer and tennis player, Jennifer easily adapted to the Southwest Florida lifestyle after relocating from Appleton, Wisconsin. On her free time, she often strolls along the beach with her five-year-old twin boys and attends concerts with her husband who shares her love of music.
Jennifer is currently ranked as one of the top agents by Bonita Springs-Estero Association of REALTORS and was recently featured in Top Agent Magazine for her innovative marketing techniques, her unwavering commitment to assisting home buyers, and her dedication to helping Southwest Florida homeowners sell their homes for top prices.
Languages – English, Spanish