It's a realtor's® profession to get to know their buyers (or sellers) well. That goes without saying. You peek behind the curtain as your real estate deal develops and then comes to a close. You learn about their lifestyle, the things they enjoy, and their personalities too. These can be great cues to help you choose great closing gifts for your real estate clients.
The closing gift you choose becomes a reflection of the relationship you've built with your client. If you choose the right one, it’s a gift that will leave a lasting impression on your buyer or seller, potentially leading to referrals and repeat real estate transactions. The question is, what are the top 5 closing gifts you can give your real estate clients? Here, we provide them to you, with a bonus suggestion too.
1. Preserved Flowers or Plants
A bouquet of flowers or a plant is a cheerful traditional gift to give on special occasions. It makes one of the easiest closing gifts and is generally appreciated by those who receive them. with one caveat, they don't last long... Nowadays, there are better options than perishable fresh flowers. Preserved flowers last years, not a week, and are available online through a variety of specialized florists. So, now you can gift something long-lasting that adds to the decor of their home for many years to come. They also require less maintenance than gifting a plant.
2. Luxury Linens
One of the most luxurious gifts you can give your real estate buyers or sellers is bedding or luxury bath towels. This gift elevates every day to a spa-like experience in the home. Clients will frequently use this item and reflect on how thoughtful you were as the gift giver.
3. Dining and Cookware
You'll always have that one client who loves everything about food and entertaining. For the discerning chef and entertainer, we suggest going beyond the obvious pots, pans, and tea sets! We suggest high-end silverware or high-end dinnerware fit for special occasions. These timeless items can be used for decades. If they love to cook at home and eat with family, this is one of the best gifts you can give them.
4. Table and Kitchen Linens
Go one step further for the entertainer and gift them designer table linens. Get creative! Could embroidered cocktail napkins be paired with a cocktail shaker and glasses? Why not?!
5. Art and Decorative Pieces
Choosing decorative pieces can be a daunting task so we’ll define it just to art for now. Art and artistic tastes are complex, but it can also be a very sincere and meaningful gift, and rewarding in many ways. Having gained insight into your clients' personalities, preferences, and the style of the home, you may be able to move forward with confidence when choosing your pieces. Now, if you are not confident, you can arrange a gift credit at a local art gallery. If you develop a relationship with that gallery, you may be able to have them invite the client for an appointment at the gallery to select their art.
6. Hire a gift concierge to help!
Hooray, someone to help you gift without taking up your time! Handing the gifting process over to an expert is an easy and rewarding process. Benefits of working with a gifting company include saving time, ensuring all clients are treated like royalty, on time delivery and high quality gift items. Contact Valet Gifting today at https://www.valetgifting.com/pages/contact
Choosing the exact gift to give your clients can be daunting, but trust yourself, and the things you’ve learned about your client. These details will help you choose the perfect closing gift. And, keep in mind that it’s not just about the gift itself, it’s about the gesture that you’ve appreciated your time with them, and the trust they placed in you throughout your relationship.
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