We live in a very social age. It’s not that people are more friendly or outgoing, but when it comes to connecting with others, the answer lies at our fingertips. A few keystrokes and suddenly we can connect with hundreds of people at once! If your poodle gets a new haircut, simply post a pic and let the world like it! If you baked a cake that looks like a pineapple, the supportive response can number in the hundreds. If social media is good for gaining support for haircuts and cakes, what else might it be able to do?

If You Post It, They Will Inquire 

If you’re a landlord, the answer might surprise you. In this increasingly expanding technology age, social media can be the way for you to increase your business by getting the word out that you have something to sell. Up to 60% of apartment hunters report that they found their rental through a listing on a website, such as Craigslist. Social media is the perfect way to get hundreds of people to know that you have something available without having to put up signs or rely on word-of-mouth.  

If you choose to get your listing out via one of the current social media platforms, remember a few key tips: 

  • Post your available rentals in the mornings and evenings as this is often the time when people check their accounts and you’ll reach a larger audience.
  • Use high quality photos that feature the best-selling points, such as an outdoor pool, fresh doors to the balcony, or updated master suite.
  • Keep an eye out for scammers who can steal your listing and pawn it off as their own. If you see a duplication, report it as soon as possible. 
  • Keep up with questions and comments that people make on your post; always respond in a timely manner

When you use social media, you never know just how many people you can make contact with in just one day. If you just don’t know how to begin a social media campaign, call Occupancy Solutions LLC today and let us help you. There’s no better plan then an organized plan, and we have all of the organization you need.