Explain Buyer Compensation YOU CAN SAY As your representative, I want to be transparent about how Buyer’s Agents are paid for our services. Both the brokerage and I are paid on a commission basis. This agreement* states that I only get paid if I help you find a home you want to purchase and the transaction closes. Unless and until that happens, no payment is due. *Buyer Representation Agreements and rules vary from state to state. Check your local agreement to determine which elements apply to you. WWB It’s important to get ahead of your buyers’ concerns about what a signed buyer representation does and doesn’t do. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Online Lead Follow-Up EMAIL TIPS Speed to lead- respond within 5 minutes to an inquiry Keep your emails short- a few sentences at most Make your emails sound conversational- read your email out loud before sending! Use the subject line to peak interest – give them something to wonder about/question Send emails on Monday mornings Long-term follow-up: online leads take an average of 18 months to convert YOU CAN WRITE SUBJECT LINE: Will This House Work for You? MESSAGE: This listing hit the market today, and I wanted to get it right over to you. As of today, there are four homes listed in your search area and price range. On average, they're selling within 11 days. If you’re interested, I'm scheduling showings for this afternoon and can easily add this to my list. It’s frustrating when you respond to a buyer inquiry on a specific listing, and then you never hear from them. Many agents give up after their first or second attempt at following up with an online lead. You can increase your chances of converting an online lead to an actual conversation with an efficient, informative email script. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Seller-Centric Social Media Posts YOU CAN SAY If you knew what was happening in the real estate market right now, you would want to know what your house was worth. Sales were up almost (check the recent statistics of the market and insert here). The supply of listed homes is getting tighter and higher buyer demand is driving up sales prices. The National Association of REALTORS® reported that there were nearly three offers per property in (insert last month’s market statistics here). Whether you're just curious to see what your home would sell for today, or you're trying to decide if selling now is the right decision for you and your family, I have the data to help you make an informed decision. Text or call me today to set up a quick 15-minute call on Facetime or Zoom call so I can gather. We can discuss the details necessary to provide you with the most updated, accurate market analysis. Don't wait until the market changes. Social media enables you to reconnect with previous clients and those who follow you, giving you the opportunity to expand your Sphere of Influence. Create a social media post to showcase how you apply specific market information to support potential sellers. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

The Power of Storytelling YOU CAN SAY Hi! I just wanted to reach out to see how you are doing. (Send them well wishes if it is the start of a new year or season). IF THE CONVERSATION LEADS TO REAL ESTATE Focus on the benefit for sellers in today’s marketplace OR Tell a story of a recent seller who benefited from the current market conditions. It can be someone who worked with you directly or a success story of another agent in your office. This shows the benefits of selling in the current market. FOR EXAMPLE The market conditions right now are really benefiting sellers to an amazing degree. I just sold a house and the sellers got $10,000 over asking. Sharing real stories of success with your sphere in the current market conditions can be a particularly compelling way to find new clients. Maintaining connections allows you to discover new people who are interested in purchasing or selling a home. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Demonstrate Your Professionalism YOU CAN SAY Our next steps are to get together to complete a consultation and sign a Buyer Representation Agreement. I will send you a packet of information that goes into the details of the home-buying process and gives you a preview of the Buyer Representation Agreement that we can discuss to start the search for your dream home. I will send you a text with my contact information, so you have my number and name. Do you have any questions for me? WWB Let buyers know you’ll send your Pre-Consultation packet that provides more information about you and the process. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

I Can’t Sell—I Have Nowhere To Go YOU CAN SAY What I'm hearing you say is that your concern that your house will sell before you know where you're heading, is that correct? I understand your concern. You're hearing that houses are selling fast for top- dollar, and there's not a large supply of listings to choose from right now. We've worked with many sellers that had the same concern and were in the same exact situation. (Below is a sample of what you can say but change accordingly. Take note of the information in brackets, as you will need to give solutions based on your experience, resources, and update the script to reflect the current sellers’ market. In my experience, there are always solutions and multiple options for finding your next place. With my company's connections and my working relationships with other agents in this area, I found short-term rentals for my past sellers. Also, we might be able to find a buyer that's willing to extend the closing on your house by 60 or 90 days, to allow you a little more time to find something. (Because the median sales price in your neighborhood is up over 10% since last year, a lot of sellers right now are willing to move twice to really benefit from the amount of equity they have quickly built up in this market. It's hard to know if the economy will sustain sale prices, continuing to go up.) If we can find you a solution or an option that works for you, you could still list now and maximize the amount you can get for the sale of your home. Do you agree? A seller can be hesitant to list their home because they aren’t sure where to go. Sharing your experiences and resources through the Feel, Felt Found technique can show sellers that there are various options that enable them to list their home and have flexibility in determining next steps. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Market Trends YOU CAN SAY If you love this house and you can picture yourselves living here, it might make sense for you to make an offer while interest rates are (check market rates and insert here). They're the (lowest / relatively lowest) rates on record (check updated market statistics and update the potential buyer here). You'll get more house for your money and the data that I follow shows no signs that housing prices will go any lower. In fact, the forecast is that prices may even go up a bit between now and the end of the year. Right now, you may also be competing against fewer buyers because there's still a lot of uncertainty with people's jobs. There are a lot of buyers that are holding off or delaying their home search process right now. Buyers look to you as an expert in understanding market trends. Educate your clients on local market statistics and support them in making informed decisions. Sharing your expertise builds a strong sense of trust with buyers, enabling a successful sale and potential networking opportunities for the future. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

The Listing Presentation YOU CAN SAY STEP 1: ASK FOR THE TOUR Can you take me on a tour of your home and share what you love about it? Let’s start with the outside and work our way to the end with the kitchen. You said you’re moving to (name of destination), yes? And you want to be there by (time frame), correct? And you said you wanted to get (amount)? STEP 2: ALLOW THE SELLER TO DICTATE THE STARTING POINT Some of the great things about working with me is I am very knowledgeable about this neighborhood and market, I understand how properties need to be marketed to find buyers, and I create strategies on pricing based on your needs and timeframe with the sale. We will talk about all three—price, marketing, and my track record and experience. Based on these three things, what’s most important to you? Yesterday, when we spoke you mentioned marketing was most important to you, would you like to start there? STEP 3: CONVEY MARKETING STRATEGY Before I list some of the unique things I will do to market your property, let me share the basic marketing I and most other agents do to market properties. Just like other agents, I will list in the MLS which automatically syndicates to thousands of real estate websites, put it on social media, and create a flyer to send to my database. Your property will be one of the 30,000 properties in the MLS where there are 7,000 agents. With those numbers, it takes a bit of luck that the right agent sees your property at the right time in the MLS. I don’t want to leave the sale of your property up to chance. I will proactively work the MLS by identifying the top 20 agents that have sold properties in the last year in your community, in this section of town, and in your price range to call and personally check in to see if they have any buyers and will keep the property in mind. Reaching out to the agents who specialize in this market will create more demand and more showings than the MLS will create. The more showings I can get for your property, the faster it will sell. Not only will I reach out to the top agents working in your section of town to tap into their buyers, I will also proactively reach out to my buyers. I did some research for our meeting and identified 76 buyers actively searching for properties on our website. Once I have the listing in the MLS, I will text or email a link to them. Then I will personally call them to tell them about your property. STEP 4: DISCUSS PRICING (Share Comparative Market Analysis) Based on this information, I think we would agree that your property could sell anywhere from $460K to $500K and the difference between getting $460K and $500K is time. The data tells us the properties that sold at the lower end of this range sold faster. If you are more motivated by time, then we will want to go to the lower range. If you are more motivated by money, then we will want to go with the higher range. If you prefer a blend, we will want to go with the middle price. Which strategy do you feel would work best for us? Based on the few conversations we’ve had about your goals; I would have picked that option too. STEP 5: CLOSE FOR A SIGNED AGREEMENT Are you ready to get started? Together we chose a strategy, and I will execute that strategy immediately. I want you to feel comfortable and confident I will stay in communication with you. And at any point, when something should change in the market, be assured that I will call you and we will revisit our conversation. Does that sound good? The Listing Presentation is your opportunity to win business. Guide the conversation during the walk through, marketing plan, and market position conversation to remove objections and assumptively close for the listing agreement. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Putting Your Sellers in a Buyers’ Shoes YOU CAN SAY Some buyers may not have the cash to pay their own real estate agent out of pocket. Often buyers need their cash for the down payment and other expenses. Generally, buyers cannot finance a brokerage commission through a mortgage. Buyers without the necessary cash may not have the option of borrowing to pay for their own agent. WWB Buyers face significant hurdles when purchasing a home, and easing the financial burden of separately finding funding for their buyer agent can make the listed property more attractive. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Just Listed YOU CAN SAY Hi, (name). This is (your name). Are you ready for your weekly update? (share) Now that you have listed, you’re going to find that many of your conversations are about real estate. It’s like when you buy a new car and suddenly you see that car everywhere! When you are talking to people who are thinking of moving, could you refer those people to me? I would love to help your friends and family, and I’ll keep you updated on anything that happens. When you do hear of someone, if you could forward me their number, I’ll reach out. OR Question for you, has anyone started asking you about your home? For example, why you are selling, or how you picked your agent? I have found that when people start quizzing someone who is selling their home it is because they are thinking about selling theirs. You become the expert for anyone thinking about selling! When you get those questions, could you refer them to me? I’m excited to sell your listing, and I want to provide the same service to your friends and family as well. When you do hear of someone, if you could forward me their number, I’ll reach out. (If yes) Great! Thanks! Anyone else? Anyone who is changing jobs/graduating/getting married, etc.? Great. Can I use your name? I promise I’ll let you know if they decide to use me as an agent, and I will take great care of anyone who is a friend of yours. When you have listed a home for a client, you will be communicating regularly with them. You can use this as an opportunity to ask your client if they know of other people who are thinking of moving as well. The more referrals you have, the greater chance you have to gain more clients. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

How Many Homes Have You Sold? YOU CAN SAY I understand why you would ask that question. Many people have asked me that very same question. I am relatively new. And what we have found is that newer agents like me are up to date on the latest trends in technology. We're super enthusiastic and work very hard to provide a high level of service with the listings that we have. The most significant benefit is that I have an experienced team behind me, combined with a long history of success that (my company) provides in this market. This means that your listing will get more attention. It's frustrating when your listing doesn't get the attention it deserves, and some agents just don't have the time to give you that much dedication. Can you see why I'm the right agent to help you achieve your real estate goals? A common fear amongst new agents is how to handle answering this question. Utilizing the Feel Felt Found Technique allows you to acknowledge the potential client’s question while also highlighting your knowledge of market trends, your company’s history of success, and your enthusiasm for providing high-level service. Next Previous You are free to use the recommended best practices in these materials for your consideration. These scripts are not intended to be used verbatim, and they should always be modified for accuracy. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any applicable state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use autodialers and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre-recorded messages, this includes those you haven't spoken to in a while. Emails must follow the rules. Emails must be clear it is a solicitation and provide the consumer with an opt-out. Also, before calling or texting referrals, those numbers need to be checked against all applicable DNC lists. Get prior, express, written consent before texting or using artificial or prerecorded messages.

Coldwell Banker Agent Script Library Home / SOI / Open Houses / Circle Prospecting / Objection Handling / Sellers / Buyers / Referrals While your goal in any conversation is to sound like you, your goal in using scripts is to sound like you while getting powerful results. These scripts are suggestions, to get you started. IMPORTANT REMINDERS Copyright – ©2025 Anywhere Real Estate Services Group LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker logos are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company–owned offices, which are owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC, and franchised offices, which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. 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The participant will not challenge said ownership and agrees that no title or ownership in the learning materials or any associated intellectual property rights embodied therein is transferred to the participant under the Terms of Use. Scripts – Any sample dialogue or script contains suggestions and is not intended to be used verbatim. The sample dialogue is designed to offer you suggestions for what you might say in some of the most common situations you may encounter as a real estate agent. These words are only a guide, however. The most effective dialogue will be the one that is authentically your own. GENERAL GUIDELINES AND REMINDERS Each affiliated sales representative and broker is responsible for complying with any consumer disclosure laws or regulations. Wire Fraud – Wire fraud scams continue to affect the real estate industry. Given the ongoing risks of wire fraud previously shared by the Federal Trade Commission and the National Association of REALTORS®, it is imperative that brokers and agents continue to be vigilant to this very real threat. Advertising Guidelines – Claims in advertisements should be truthful, should not be deceptive or unfair, and should be fact–based. Website considerations – If you have a website, you may consider Privacy Policies about how you intend to use any data you might collect over the Internet and incorporating terms of use. Copyright and Trademark Issues – Be mindful of using materials including but not limited to photos, videos, and music that may be copyrighted or trademarked. You must obtain permission to use any copyrighted or trademarked materials before using them. General Guidance – The information herein is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended, nor shall it be deemed, to provide or offer legal or financial advice or guidance. We recommend you consult with your own advisor when dealing with any of the issues visited herein. Do Not Call Registry – The FTC’s Telemarketing Sales Rule helps protect US–based consumers from fraudulent telemarketing calls and gives them certain protections under the National Do Not Call Registry. Companies also need to be familiar with rules banning most forms of robocalling. If you or someone working on your behalf is telemarketing, know the dos and don’ts before you plan your strategy, including but not limited to the following: 1. Before making a sales call, you or a third–party vendor you hire should determine whether the consumer’s phone number has been included on the National Do Not Call Registry and your company specific Do Not Contact list. We recommend that you speak to your broker about compliance with these rules. 2. If you choose to make contact by phone or text (i) check phone numbers against the federal DNC registry, any state DNC list and your company DNC list (ii) do NOT use automated platforms and (iii) do NOT use artificial voice or pre–recorded messages. We recommend that you review your local MLS rules and regulations regarding the proper use of listing data for other commercial purposes such as soliciting new clients, contacting expired listings, or recruiting. Similar laws may apply outside of the United States, including, but not limited to the CAN–SPAM Act, by way of example. Top producers rely on scripts as a powerful way to streamline their conversations with sellers and buyers and overcome objections through proven dialogues. We’ve built this library not as a one-size-fits-all-needs, but in a way that you can take ideas from different sources to craft your own scripts that highlight your Value Proposition. We’ve also thrown in a few objection handling scripts to help guide you through some of those more difficult conversations. Go, explore, and learn. TCPA Certain state laws may be more restrictive. Consult with a local lawyer for more information. If you are affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty consult the Do Not Contact Manual located on Desk.