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More than 4.62 billion people are on social media — almost 60% of the world’s entire population.
It’s no secret that social media platforms are some of the most powerful tools for businesses to reach their target audiences, but choosing the platform isn’t as easy as it may seem — especially for realtors.
This article will tell you everything you need to know about the different social media platforms and how to choose the one that will help you reach your target audience most effectively.
Keep reading to learn more.
How to Choose the Best Social Media Platforms For your Real Estate Business
Diving into the world of social media can be incredibly daunting and overwhelming. The highly-publicized potential of each platform can be enticing, leading real estate agents to fall into the trap of using every social media channel that they can.
This can lead you to spread yourself way too thin over several different marketing campaigns and can also cause you to burn out. The bottom line is that you cannot grow your audience if you manage too many channels.
So which one should you choose?
Several factors come into play when planning your digital marketing strategy. The first and most obvious tactic is to choose a platform that you’re comfortable using. If you’re confident with a platform, it will be easier to connect with your audience.
If you decide to move to a new platform, keep the following factors in mind. Try to find a platform that has:
- Users that are engaged where you work
- A large audience that is in your target age range
- People that want and are looking for what you are selling
- The ability to target your potential clients and get high-quality leads
Some platforms might be great for getting high engagement and visibility, but the truth is that without conversions, it might not be worth investing in. Lead generation is a key factor when it comes to investing your time, energy, and money into social media, so make sure you keep that in mind.
So which social media platforms are best for real estate services? Take a look at the five best platforms ranked best to worst.
1. Facebook
Facebook might not be the newest or trendiest social media platform out there, but it has several factors that make it the best place to start for realtors. It has:
- A huge pool of users
- Tons of data
- Highly effective and accurate ability to target audience in advertising
Another factor to keep in mind is Meta’s focus on the metaverse and VR, meaning there will be several new opportunities for marketing shortly.
All of these factors make it the best platform to create your “home base” for your social media marketing. There are several different avenues to begin your social media campaign, including business pages, groups, and paid advertising.
Here are a couple more important facts about Facebook:
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