Real Estate Follow-Up Text Templates That Get Replies — 2025 Edition

Leads don’t die; they go cold from weak follow-up. After $500M+ in sales, the pattern is simple: short texts with a single purpose outperform long messages and “just checking in.” Below are 21 copy-paste templates and a one-week cadence you can use today for buyers, sellers, open house visitors, and cold leads.

Jump to:

• What Winning Looks Like + Quick Plan
• Best Practices for Texts
• 21 Copy-Paste Templates
• 7-Day Follow-Up Cadence
• Common Mistakes
• FAQ

What “Winning” Looks Like + Quick Plan

• Outcome: More replies in the first 24 hours, 2–4 appointments booked per strong lead day.
• Quick plan: Use concise texts with one clear question, send within 5–10 minutes, and follow the 7-day cadence.
• Data habit: Track replies %, appointments set, and time-to-first-reply; improve Day-0/Day-1 speed.

Best Practices for Texts

• One message, one ask: end with a binary question (this or that?).
• Be human: first name + context beats scripts that feel robotic.
• Offer value: list, disclosures, private-tour slot, equity snapshot, or quick payment check.
• Respect inboxes: include opt-out language occasionally (e.g., “Reply STOP to opt out”).

21 Copy-Paste Templates

New Buyer Lead (first contact)

1) “Hey {{First}}, it’s Saad. Want your best 3 matches today as a quick text list or email?”
2) “Got it—are you already touring or just starting? I can line up a private tour this week.”
3) “Two slots open Thu 5:30 / Sat 11. Which should I hold for you?”

New Seller Lead (home value / curiosity)

4) “Hi {{First}}, Saad here. Want a 2-minute equity snapshot on your place or a full brief with photos?”
5) “Quick check: are you thinking this year or just curious for now?”
6) “I can drop a 2-page pricing brief in your inbox in 10 minutes—send to this number or email?”

Open House Visitor

7) “Great meeting you at [Address]! Want the address list + disclosures by text or email?”
8) “I’ve got a better layout 8 minutes away—want a 1-minute video or private tour slot?”
9) “Two private-tour windows opened: Thu 5:30 / Sat 11. Which works?”

Reviving Cold/Dead Leads

10) “Still keeping an eye on {{Area}}? I can text 3 best options that hit your must-haves.”
11) “Timing change on your end? I can pause updates or send a fresh short-list.”
12) “Quick one: are you focused on payment or price more? I’ll tailor options.”

Rate/Market Objection

13) “Totally fair on rates. Want a payment check so we only tour homes that feel comfortable?”
14) “Let’s line up your favorite 2 so when rates move, you’re first. Thu 5:30 / Sat 11?”
15) “If a seller credit dropped payment by ~$X, would you want to see that option?”

Seller (Neighbor / Farming)

16) “Hey {{First}}, I’m updating prices on your street. Want the last 3 sales with days on market?”
17) “If you sold in the next 6–12 months, what would make it a win for you?”
18) “Want me to text a price range now and bring a 15-minute CMA Thursday?”

Appointment Confirm + Nudge

19) “Locked for [Day, Time]. I’ll text parking tips the night before. Save me as ‘Saad – Jamil Academy.’”
20) “Running 5 early—want me there at [New Time] or keep original?”
21) “Favorite from today? I’ll tighten numbers and draft terms so you’re first if it checks out.”

7-Day Follow-Up Cadence (plug & play)

Day 0 (within 10 minutes): First text + voicemail (if no answer).

Day 1: Short video of a top match + ask for private-tour windows.

Day 2: Email comps/disclosures; highlight one under-priced option.

Day 3: SMS nudge — “Thu 5:30 or Sat 11?”

Day 5: Lender/payment check (if buyer) or 2-page pricing brief (if seller).

Day 7: “Still looking?” fork → book tour / schedule CMA, or pause politely with next check-in.

Common Mistakes

• Long paragraphs or multiple asks in one message.
• “Just checking in” with no value (send a list, disclosure, slot, or brief).
• Slow Day-0 speed (replies plummet after the first hour).
• No opt-out language at all; add “Reply STOP to opt out” occasionally.

FAQ

What’s the best time to text?
Within 5–10 minutes initially; then early evening (5–7pm) for scheduling.

How many texts is too many?
Follow the 7-day plan; after that, shift to weekly value touches or pause by request.

Should I call or text?
Do both on Day 0: call + text + voicemail. Then text first, call when they engage.

What about deliverability?
Keep messages short, avoid link spam, and include opt-out language periodically.