17 Powerful Prompts for Real Estate Agents [UPDATED]

As a real estate agent, you are expected to be a marketer, a negotiator, and a neighborhood expert all at once. But what happens when you’re staring at a blank screen, trying to write a listing description that shines or an email that navigates a tricky situation? These tasks take up valuable time, time that could be better spent building relationships and closing deals.

ChatGPT can be your smart assistant, available 24/7 to act as your on-demand copywriter, marketing strategist, and communication coach, helping you produce professional work in a fraction of the time.

This guide is filled with practical prompts designed for the real-world situations you face every day. To use a prompt, simply copy the text and replace the information inside the [brackets] with your specific details.

I. Property Marketing & Lead Generation

This is where you capture attention. Use these prompts to craft irresistible listing descriptions, create engaging social media content, and write ad copy that generates high-quality leads.

A. Crafting Compelling Listing Descriptions

1. The All-in-One Description:
   Write a compelling property listing description for a [property type, e.g., 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home] located at [Address]. The target buyer is [e.g., a young family looking for a safe neighborhood with good schools / a professional couple wanting a modern, low-maintenance home]. The desired tone is [e.g., warm and inviting / luxurious and exclusive / modern and sleek].
   Key features to highlight are: [list 5-7 key features, e.g., newly renovated chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, a spacious backyard with a new deck, a finished basement perfect for a home theater, located in the highly-rated Oakwood school district, walking distance to downtown].The description should include:
   • A captivating opening headline.
   • A narrative-style main body (2-3 paragraphs).
   • A bulleted list of key features.
   • A strong call to action inviting potential buyers to schedule a private showing with me, [Your Name] at [Your Phone Number].

B. Social Media Content Creation

1. Instagram Post for a New Listing:
   Create an engaging Instagram post for my new listing at [Address]. Write a caption that highlights its best feature: [e.g., the stunning sunset view from the balcony]. The tone should be [e.g., exciting and aspirational]. Include 3 relevant questions to encourage comments. Suggest 10-15 relevant local and real estate hashtags. Mention Link in bio for full tour and details!
2. Facebook Post for an Open House:
   Write a Facebook post announcing an open house for [Address] on [Date] from [Start Time] to [End Time]. The post should be friendly and welcoming. Mention a key feature that visitors must see in person, like [e.g., the incredible natural light in the living room / the custom-built wine cellar]. Ask people to tag a friend who is looking for a new home. Include the price [$Amount] and key details ([#] beds, [#] baths).
3. LinkedIn Article for Building Authority:
   Draft a 500-word LinkedIn article titled “3 Things Buyers in [Your City/Neighborhood] Need to Know This Season”. The tone should be professional and informative. Use the following key points: [Point 1, e.g., inventory levels are tightening], [Point 2, e.g., interest rate fluctuations], and [Point 3, e.g., the rise of the home office as a key feature]. Conclude with an invitation for readers to connect with me for personalized advice.
4. Weekly Social Media Content Plan:
   Generate a 7-day social media content plan for a real estate agent in [Your City]. The goal is to engage potential buyers and sellers. Include a mix of post types: new listing showcase, market update, client testimonial, local business spotlight, and a personal/behind-the-scenes post. Provide a brief caption idea for each day.

C. Advertising and Outreach

1. Facebook Ad Copy:
   Write 3 variations of Facebook ad copy to promote a free home valuation for homeowners in [Target Zip Code or Neighborhood]. Use the AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) framework. The ad should address the common question, ‘How much is my home really worth in today’s market?’ and lead to a landing page: [Your Website Link].
2. Video Script for a Property Tour:
   Create a 90-second video script for a virtual tour of [Address]. The script should be a voice-over. Start with a hook, then guide the viewer through 3-4 key areas of the house ([e.g., the open-concept kitchen, the primary suite, the backyard oasis]), highlighting the benefits of each. End with my name [Your Name] and a call to action to book a private tour.

II. Client Communication & Nurturing

Effective communication builds trust and closes deals. Use these templates for nurturing leads, updating clients, and confidently managing difficult conversations like price reductions or low-ball offers.

A. Email & Text Message Templates

1. Follow-Up with an Open House Lead:
   Draft a friendly follow-up email to someone who attended my open house at [Address] yesterday. Their name is [Lead's Name]. My goal is to build rapport and offer further assistance. Mention that it was a pleasure to meet them and ask if they had any follow-up questions about the property or the market in [Neighborhood]. End by offering to set them up on a personalized property search.
2. Response to an Online Inquiry:
   A potential buyer, [Lead's Name], just submitted a Zillow/website inquiry about my listing at [Address]. Draft a prompt and professional email and a separate, more concise text message response. The goal is to answer their immediate question about [Their specific question, e.g., 'the age of the roof'] and then pivot to scheduling a quick 10-minute phone call to discuss their home search criteria.
3. Weekly Update for a Seller Client:
   Draft a weekly update email for my seller clients, [Clients' Names], for the property at [Address]. The tone should be professional, proactive, and reassuring. Include the following sections:
   • Showing Activity:[#] showings this week.
   • Online Metrics:[e.g., Zillow views, saves]
   • Buyer Feedback:[Summarize feedback, e.g., 'Positive comments on the kitchen, some concerns about the lack of a garage.']
   • Market Updates:[e.g., A new comparable property just listed at [Comp Address and Price].]
   • Next Steps:[e.g., 'I will be following up with all agents who showed the property. We have an open house scheduled for Sunday.']

B. Handling Difficult Conversations

1. Explaining a Necessary Price Reduction:
   My sellers at [Address] are resistant to a price reduction. Their home has been on the market for [#] days with [#] showings but no offers. The current price is [$Amount], and comparable sales suggest a price of [$New Amount] is more realistic. Draft a sensitive but data-driven email script explaining why a price adjustment is necessary to attract serious buyers. Reference the showing feedback and the new comps at [Comp Address 1] and [Comp Address 2].
2. Managing a Buyer’s Low-Ball Offer:
   My buyer clients, [Clients' Names], want to submit a very low offer on [Property Address]. The list price is [$List Price], and they want to offer [$Offer Price]. Draft an email that I can use to advise them. The email should acknowledge their desire for a good deal, explain the potential risks of a low offer (e.g., offending the seller, not receiving a counter-offer), and suggest a more competitive but still aggressive offer strategy based on recent sales data.

III. Market Analysis & Strategy

Turn raw market data into a powerful tool. These prompts will help you summarize market trends and write compelling narratives for your CMAs, establishing you as the local market expert.

1. Summarizing Market Data for a Client:
   I have the following market data for the [Neighborhood Name] neighborhood for [Month/Quarter]: [Paste raw data here, e.g., Median Sale Price: $X, Average Days on Market: Y, Number of Homes Sold: Z, Sale-to-List Price Ratio: W%].Analyze this data and write a simple, easy-to-understand summary for a [buyer/seller]. Explain what these trends mean for them specifically.
2. Competitive Market Analysis (CMA) Narrative:
   I am preparing a CMA for [Client's Address]. I have identified three key comparable properties:
   • Comp 1: [Address, Price, Key Features, Days on Market]
   • Comp 2: [Address, Price, Key Features, Days on Market]
   • Comp 3: [Address, Price, Key Features, Days on Market]

   Write a compelling narrative that I can include in my presentation. It should compare the client’s home to these comps, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses, and justify my recommended list price of [$Amount].

IV. Agent Productivity & Business Operations

Work smarter, not harder. Use these prompts to streamline your business by outlining strategic plans, generating effective client scripts, and preparing a winning negotiation strategy.

1. Creating a Business Plan Outline:
   Help me outline a business plan for my next quarter as a real estate agent. My primary goal is [e.g., to close 6 deals and generate 20 new seller leads]. Suggest key focus areas, a marketing budget allocation, lead generation strategies (e.g., online ads, community networking, cold calling), and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track my progress.
2. Writing Phone & Door-Knocking Scripts:
   Write a phone script for calling a homeowner whose listing just expired. The goal is to be empathetic and solutions-oriented, not pushy. The script should acknowledge their frustrating experience, ask discovery questions about their previous strategy, and offer to provide a complimentary ‘no-strings-attached’ marketing plan.
3. Preparing for Negotiations:
   I have received an offer for my listing at [Address].
   • List Price: [$Amount]
   • Offer Price: [$Amount]
   • Contingencies: [e.g., inspection, financing, appraisal]
   • Desired Closing Date: [Date]

   Help me prepare for the negotiation with the buyer’s agent. Outline the key strengths of our position, potential points of compromise, and a counter-offer strategy to achieve my seller’s goal of [Seller's Goal, e.g., 'getting the highest possible price' / 'a fast, clean closing'].