In today's competitive real estate market, standing out isn’t just about having beautiful listing photos—it’s about creating immersive, interactive experiences that capture attention. That’s where 360° virtual tours come in. They don’t just showcase properties—they sell them. If you're a real estate agent in New York or New Jersey and you're not using virtual tours, you're missing out on a powerful way to attract serious buyers. This encourages their interests to contact you and come in to see it a second time in person. Remember it's a doorway to getting them to contact you.
Here’s exactly how to use them effectively:
Buyers spend more time on listings that include virtual tours. Instead of clicking through a handful of photos, a 360° tour invites them to “walk” through the home at their own pace. This increases time on page and reduces bounce rates—which matters when your listings are syndicated to platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and MLS.
Tip: Add the tour link at the top of your listing description. Make sure the thumbnail image looks enticing.
Not every buyer is local. Virtual tours open your listings to a broader audience—especially those relocating or investing remotely. They can get a real sense of the layout, space, and flow, without having to visit in person. Use this as a tool to get them to come to see for themselves ...in person and get them excited about it.
Tip: Include a virtual tour in your outreach to buyer’s agents in other states or markets. Mention that you offer “walk-through experiences without the travel.”
360° tours are gold for social media. They’re interactive, shareable, and instantly grab attention in crowded newsfeeds. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram now support panoramic previews, and you can link to the full tour from your bio or story highlights.
Tip: Use a copy like “Step inside before you schedule a tour” or “Take a look around without leaving your phone.” Add your branding and a call-to-action to book a showing.
When you use professional 360° tours, you show clients you’re investing in cutting-edge marketing. That builds trust—and makes your listing pitch stronger in listing presentations.
Tip: Include a tour sample in your listing presentation deck and explain how it helps sell homes faster and for more.
Not all MLS systems embed tours directly, but most allow you to add a virtual tour link. When included in email blasts to your list or other agents, it provides an instant way to explore the property without scheduling a showing.
Tip: Make the subject line of your email “Tour This Property—Virtually” or “360° Walk-Through Now Available.”
When buyers express interest but hesitate, sending them the tour can re-engage them. It’s also a non-invasive way to remind leads about the property without hard-selling.
Tip: “I thought you might want another look—here’s the full 360° tour again in case you missed it.”
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By implementing virtual tours into your marketing strategy, you don’t just show homes—you give buyers a reason to act and come in person. And in this market, that edge can be the difference between a listing that sits and one that sells.
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Nigel Smith