Utilize the below Content Calendar to target your B2C Real Estate Clients.
Content Calendar Idea Outline
The Latte Lie: How Your Morning Coffee Could Sabotage Your Dream Home
Day 1
Concept: The Cost of Your Daily Coffee Habit
Target Audience: First-time homebuyers who prioritize convenience and small daily indulgences.
Social Media Video (Short-form)
- Headline: Your Latte May Be Sabotaging Your Dream Home ☕️🏡
- Description: Are your daily coffee runs costing you more than you think? #LatteLie #HomeownershipGoals
- Hook: “It’s just a coffee, right?”
Call To Action: Find out how much you could save by skipping your latte! Comment below for the link!
Promotion:
- Post across TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.
- Use hashtags: #LatteLie #DreamHome #SaveForADownPayment #FirstTimeHomebuyer
Scene Breakdown:
- Scene 1 (Time Code: 0:00 – 0:02): Person happily walking down the street sipping an expensive-looking latte.
- Visuals: City setting, well-dressed person, close-up of specialty coffee cup
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “I deserve to treat myself!”
- Music: Upbeat, carefree
- Transition: Coffee cup drops and shatters
- Scene 2 (Time Code: 0:02 – 0:05): Person looks shocked and sad.
- Visuals: Focus on their expression, blurred out background
- Text Overlay: “Is your daily coffee costing you…”
- Sound Effect: Sad trombone
- Scene 3 (Time Code: 0:05 – 0:08): Visual montage of beautiful home interiors
- Visual: Quick flashes of a modern kitchen, cozy living room, sunny backyard
- Text Overlay: “…your dream home?”
- Scene 4 (Time Code: 0:08 – 0:11): Person browsing real estate listings on their phone
- Visuals: Hand scrolling, close-ups of bright photos
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Maybe I could afford a place like this if…”
- Scene 5 (Time Code: 0:11 – 0:14): Animated dollar bills flying out of their wallet
- Visuals: Over-the-shoulder shot, cartoon money emptying
- Sound Effect: Cash register ‘cha-ching’ sounds
- Scene 6 (Time Code: 0:14 – 0:17): Bar graph showing daily coffee cost vs. potential monthly savings
- Visuals: Simple animation of the graph growing
- Text Overlay: “Small change = Big dreams”
- Scene 7 (Time Code: 0:17 – 0:20): Person looking confidently determined
- Visuals: Back to city street, person walks with purpose
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “I’m ready to make a change”
- Scene 8 (Time Code: 0:20 – 0:22): Close-up of my contact info/website
- Visuals: Simple graphic with my name, “Real Estate Agent,” phone number
- Dialogue/Voiceover: ” Let’s make your dream home a reality”
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Facebook and Instagram
- Type of Content: Image: Person holding a latte with a concerned look
- Gist: Challenge the idea that lattes are harmless indulgences; tie them to bigger goals.
- Headline: Is Your Latte Stealing Your Down Payment? 🤔
- Caption: It might be time to rethink your morning routine. #LatteLie #HomeownershipGoals #DreamHome
- Call to Action: Drop a ☕️ emoji if you’re ready to ditch the lattes and own your future!
- Promotion: Boost this post to target specific demographics of potential first-time buyers.
Day 2
Concept: Visualizing Potential Savings
Target Audience: First-time homebuyers who are visual learners and motivated by tangible results.
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Instagram post (can be adapted for Facebook too)
- Type of Content: Eye-catching infographic
- Gist: Showcase potential savings from ditching the latte over time, directly linked to a down payment.
- Headline: Your Lattes vs. Your Down Payment
- Caption: Small sacrifices today can lead to big rewards tomorrow. See how much you could save for your dream home by skipping your daily coffee run! #LatteLie #DownPaymentSavings
- Infographic Visuals:
- Line graph showing latte cost accumulation over 1 year, 2 years, and 5 years
- Corresponding bars showing how those amounts translate to a percentage of an average down payment
- Call to Action: Start the #NoLatteChallenge! Take a week off fancy coffee and track your savings.
- Promotion: Create a shareable version of the infographic for followers to use.
Challenge
- Concept: The #NoLatteChallenge
- Target Audience: Homebuyers actively looking to save, inspired by gamification
- Gist: Encourage people to participate in a week-long challenge, demonstrating immediate results.
- Headline: Could You Survive a Week Without Fancy Coffee?
- Caption: Take the #NoLatteChallenge and see your down payment savings grow! Share your before/after savings tracker with us. #HomeownershipChallenge
- Promotion: Offer a small prize (gift card to a home decor store) for the most impressive savings transformation during the challenge.
Day 3
Concept: Community Collaboration
Target Audience: First-time homebuyers craving support, local connection, and tangible assistance.
Event
- Event Name: Lattes for Listings
- Venue: Partner with a popular local coffee shop
- Theme: Turning small indulgences into homeownership opportunities
- Gist: One-day event where a portion of proceeds goes towards a homebuyer assistance charity or fund. People get their coffee fix while supporting a good cause.
- Headline: Ditch the Latte, Help a Homebuyer! ☕️ = 🏡
- Post Caption: Join us for Lattes for Listings! Get your coffee and support homeownership dreams in [location].
- Call To Action: Tag a friend you want to enjoy a coffee with for a good cause!
- Promotion:
- Cross-promote with the coffee shop
- Raffle off free “home buying consultations” with you to those who come
- Local press release
Testimonial
- Concept: Success through sacrifice
- Media Type: Video (ideal for Instagram/Facebook) or text with a compelling photo
- Target Audience: Homebuyers who need inspiration and proof that saving works
- Headline: From Coffee Addict to Homeowner
- Caption: Hear [client’s name]’s story of how they kicked the “Latte Lie” and saved their way into their dream home. #ClientSuccess #HomeownershipJourney
- Promotion: Add to your Story highlights for maximum visibility
- Long-Form Video: Explaining the psychology behind why small expenses derail big goals
- Blog Post: “Budget-Friendly Coffee Hacks” for those who don’t want to quit entirely
- Quiz: “Which Down Payment Destroyer Are You?” to raise awareness of other small leaks
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Day 4
Concept: The Psychology of Saving
Target Audience: Homebuyers who want to understand their spending habits better and develop lasting saving strategies.
Live Video (Facebook/Instagram)
- Title: Break the Latte Lie: The Psychology of Saving for Your Dream Home
- Summary: Dive into the mindset shifts and behavioral habits that lead to success in achieving financial goals like homeownership.
- Main Topics:
- The Power of Small Sacrifices: Explain how the latte is a metaphor for the bigger picture of consistent saving.
- Instant Gratification vs. Long-term Goals: Help viewers understand the reward mechanisms in their brains that they need to rewire.
- Budgeting Beyond the Coffee: Touch on other common spending leaks and how to identify them.
- Building a Savings Mindset: Provide actionable tips on creating a saving habit that sticks.
- Q&A: Address common concerns and answer participants’ questions about saving for a down payment.
- Call to Action: Promote your free “Dream Home Savings Audit” consultations
- Promotion: Share short clips from the live video as teasers and reminders
Quiz
- Concept: What’s Your Down Payment Destroyer?
- Target Audience: Homebuyers who want to self-identify common spending pitfalls.
- Gist: This playful quiz helps people be honest about their habits and the potential impact on their savings.
- Headline: Think Lattes Are Your Biggest Problem? Take the Quiz!
- Caption: Is your down payment hiding in your closet, your takeout drawer, or your streaming subscriptions? Find out! #DownPaymentDestroyer #QuizTime
- Quiz Questions: 8 multiple-choice questions, such as:
- How often do you eat takeout or at restaurants per week?
- Do you tend to buy new clothes or gadgets just because they’re on sale?
- How many streaming subscriptions do you pay for?
- Quiz Answers:
- Each answer has a point value. The result isn’t about ONE expense being wrong, but about showing a pattern of where money could be redirected.
- Promotion: Include a shareable results graphic for each outcome to encourage social engagement.
Day 5
Concept: Beyond the Latte: Expanding the Vision
Target Audience: Homebuyers energized by the campaign, ready to take concrete action.
Blog Post
- Title: The Latte Lie: 5 Hidden Expenses Sabotaging Your Down Payment
- Summary: This article builds on the momentum of the campaign and helps people look deeper into their budgets for potential savings.
- Topic 1: Eating Out & Takeout Trap
- Subtopics: The true cost of convenience, meal prep strategies, smarter restaurant choices
- Topic 2: Subscriptions on Autopilot
- Subtopics: How to audit subscriptions, free alternatives, negotiating lower rates
- Topic 3: Impulse Buys & Retail Therapy
- Subtopics: Waiting periods before purchases, differentiating needs from wants
- Topic 4: The Entertainment Drain
- Subtopics: Free local events, activity swaps, cutting the cable cord
- Call to Action:
- Downloadable Budget Tracker
- Link to schedule a consultation with you
- Lead Magnet: Exclusive email sign-up for additional budget tips and saving challenges
- Concept: The Power of Impactful Swaps
- Target Audience: People on your email list (current and potential clients)
- Headline: Is $1,825 a Year Standing Between You and a Down Payment?
- Email Body:
- Open with latte example, but transition to the idea of swapping, not just eliminating expenses.
- Breakdown potential annual savings from a few lifestyle changes from the blog post.
- Emphasize gains (home features) rather than pure sacrifice.
- Call to Action: Book your “Dream Home Blueprint” session.
- Promotion: This email is valuable even for people who haven’t interacted with the campaign recently. It reignites the saving conversation.
Day 6
Concept: Smarter Splurges
Target Audience: Homebuyers who still want small, enjoyable rewards without derailing their savings progress.
Social Media Video (Short-form)
- Headline: Kick the Latte, Not the Fun! Budget-Friendly Treats
- Description: Who says saving has to be boring? Discover tasty & easy alternatives to your coffee shop habit. #SmarterSplurges #LatteLie
- Hook: “I still deserve a treat, and so do you!”
Call To Action: Share YOUR smarter splurge ideas in the comments!
Promotion: Use relevant hashtags, pin the video to your TikTok profile to maximize exposure.
Scene Breakdown:
- Scene 1 (Time Code: 0:00 – 0:03): A person looking sadly into a piggy bank with a few coins.
- Visuals: Close up on the piggy bank, dramatic lighting.
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Saving for a house is hard…”
- Music: Slow, slightly melancholy.
- Transition: Piggy bank gets smashed
- Scene 2 (Time Code: 0:03 – 0:06): Montage of affordable ‘treats’
- Visuals: Person making a simple homemade iced coffee, a walk in a park, browsing a used bookstore… emphasize experiences or small joys.
- Music: Upbeat and fun.
- Scene 3 (Time Code: 0:06 – 0:09): Person checking a savings app, balance has increased
- Visuals: Close-up of the phone screen.
- Sound Effect: Cha-ching!
- Text Overlay: “Small Swaps = Big Progress”
- Scene 4 (Time Code: 0:09 – 0:12): A couple looking at a cozy, affordable home they could buy.
- Visuals: Peeking through windows, or a quick “for sale” sign shot
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “This could be ours sooner than we think!”
- Scene 5 (Time Code: 0:12 – 0:15): Person making a DIY fancy-looking coffee drink at home with a wink.
- Visuals: Fun, playful setting
- Text Overlay: “Smarter Splurges for the Win!”
- Scene 6 (Time Code: 0:15 – 0:18): Person smiling and dropping coins in their newly full piggy bank.
- Visuals: Bright light, celebratory feel
- Scene 7 (Time Code: 0:18 – 0:20): Close-up of my contact info/website
- Visuals: Simple graphic
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Ready to find treats that support your dream home?”
Offer
- Concept: Free “Dream Home Savings Audit” consultations
- Target Audience: People motivated by the campaign who want personalized guidance
- Gist: Provide a quick, valuable session where you analyze their potential latte savings AND other budget tweaks to maximize their potential.
- Headline: Get Your Personalized Savings Roadmap!
- Caption: Book your FREE Dream Home Savings Audit and ditch the Latte Lie for good. #SavingsGoals #HomeownershipHelp
- Call to Action: Clear link to schedule a session.
- Promotion: Pin this post across your social platforms
Day 7
Concept: Community Collaboration for Affordable Treats
Target Audience: Homebuyers who enjoy local experiences, supporting small businesses, and social proof.
Influencer/Community Partnership
- Influencer Outreach: Reach out to a local lifestyle blogger/foodie influencer with an engaged following of potential homebuyers.
- Collaboration Idea:
- They promote the campaign and create content around budget-friendly treats, date ideas, or experiences that cost less than a month’s worth of lattes.
- Offer your expertise: They could interview you live about saving for a down payment.
- Headline: Ditch the Latte, Discover [City Name] – Affordable Fun!
- Caption: Partner with the influencer to showcase activities aligned with the “smarter splurges” theme
- Call to Action: Tag a friend to plan a fun and budget-friendly outing.
- Promotion: Cross-promote, run a joint giveaway for followers to win a homebuying consultation with you AND a gift card for a local experience featured.
Day 8
Concept: The Hidden Costs of Renting
Target Audience: Homebuyers who are ‘on the fence’ due to worries about affordability, and renters frustrated by rising costs.
- Concept: Success Story: From Renter to Homeowner
- Target Audience: People on your email list, especially those who may not have engaged yet
- Headline: Was [Client Name] Smarter Than You? 👀 (Their Savings Might Surprise You)
- Email Body:
- Open with client’s compelling before/after transformation:
- Renting: Feeling stuck, limited control, expenses going up
- Homeownership: Financial stability, building equity, personalizing their space
- Breakdown the less obvious aspects they were saving on:
- No annual rent increases
- Security deposit money now in their down payment
- Potential tax benefits of homeownership (research local rules)
- Open with client’s compelling before/after transformation:
- Call to Action: “Is this your year to escape the rent trap?” Link to schedule a consultation.
Customer Feedback
- Concept: Survey: Your Thoughts on Renting vs. Owning
- Target Audience: Recent campaign participants, followers, email subscribers.
- Gist: Gather valuable insights on common pain points and perceptions about homeownership. This data helps tailor your messaging even further.
- Headline: Help Me Help Future Homeowners! Quick Renting vs. Owning Survey
- Caption: Share your experience and tell me what’s holding you back from buying. Your answers could win you a [small prize]. #SurveyTime
- Survey Questions:
- How long have you been renting?
- What’s your biggest frustration about renting?
- Do you believe you could afford to own a home? Why or why not?
- On a scale of 1-10, how ready do you feel to start the home buying process?
- Promotion: Offer a small raffle prize (home decor item, consult credit) for participation
Day 9
Concept: Expanding Your Knowledge Base
Target Audience: Homebuyers looking for credible information and resources beyond your social content.
Podcast Appearance
- Pitch: Reach out to local home improvement, personal finance, or lifestyle podcasts that align with your target audience.
- Topics to Discuss:
- The Latte Lie concept, why it resonates with people
- Breaking down common myths about down payments
- Renting vs. Owning from a financial perspective
- First-time homebuyer programs and resources in your area
- Call To Action: Direct listeners to your website and social channels for more information.
Paid Advertising (Optional)
- Concept: Promote High-Performing Content
- Ad Type: Boost your most successful posts (infographic, testimonial, etc.)
- Gist: Expand reach beyond your organic following for maximum impact.
- Headline: Examples:
- “Are You Paying a ‘Latte Tax’ on Your Dream Home?”
- “This is How Much [Client Name] Saved by Ditching Lattes”
- Call to Action: Depends on the content—could be to follow, download a resource, or book a consult.
- Promotion: Target by demographics, interests (home decor, personal finance), and location
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Day 10
Concept: DIY = Down Payment
Target Audience: First-time homebuyers who are handy, enjoy projects, and want to maximize their savings potential.
Social Media Video (Short-form)
- Headline: Don’t Spend on Fancy Coffee, Build Your Skills Instead 🛠️
- Description: Upgrade your home AND your down payment with DIY projects #DIYforDownpayment #LatteLie
- Hook: “Lattes won’t fix a leaky faucet, but I can teach you how!”
Call To Action: Share your favorite DIY home project in the comments.
Promotion: Reshare successful DIY projects from followers to inspire others
Scene Breakdown:
- Scene 1 (Time Code: 0:00 – 0:03): A person fumbling with a home repair tool, looking frustrated.
- Visuals: Close up on the project, things slightly messy
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Ugh, I’ll just have to hire someone for this…”
- Music: Slightly comedic, clumsy sound effects
- Transition: Tool gets thrown down
- Scene 2 (Time Code: 0:03 – 0:06): Montage of easy DIY tutorials
- Visuals: Quick clips showing painting, fixing a leaky faucet, simple furniture builds. Focus on beginner-friendly!
- Music: Upbeat, motivating
- Text Overlay: “You can do this!”
- Scene 3 (Time Code: 0:06 – 0:09): Person from Scene 1 now confidently completing the project.
- Visuals: Now organized workspace, successful result.
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “I did it myself!”
- Sound Effect: Triumphant sound
- Scene 4 (Time Code: 0:09 – 0:12): A graph showing potential savings from DIY vs. hiring out.
- Visuals: Simple animation, similar to the latte savings graph.
- Text Overlay: “More Skills = Bigger Down Payment”
- Scene 5 (Time Code: 0:12 – 0:15): Before/After of a room improved with affordable DIY updates.
- Visuals: Could be something you personally did or crowdsourced images
- Scene 6 (Time Code: 0:15 – 0:18): Person smiling and adding money to their house fund.
- Scene 7 (Time Code: 0:18 – 0:20): Close-up of my contact info/website
- Visuals: Simple graphic
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Ready to turn DIY into your down payment?”
Blog Post
- Title: Best Budget-Friendly Home DIY Projects for First-Time Buyers
- Summary: A roundup of DIY ideas specifically curated for saving money AND boosting the value of a starter home
- Main Topics:
- Easy Cosmetic Updates: Painting, hardware swaps, light fixture upgrades
- Minor Repairs That Make a Big Difference: Fixing leaky faucets, patching drywall, etc.
- Outdoor Improvements that Boost Curb Appeal: Landscaping, fence repair, power washing
- Resources and Tutorials: Link to reliable DIY websites, YouTube channels, etc.
- Call to Action:
- Share a photo of their DIY success for a feature on your page
- Sign up for an email list for access to a bonus home project checklist
Day 11
Concept: Affordable Coffee + Community Support
Target Audience: Homebuyers who still love coffee, people who enjoy their community, and want to support local businesses.
Community Outreach
- Partnership: Reach out to a local cafe known for quality coffee AND community-minded values.
- Collaboration Idea:
- “Make Your Own Latte” class: You provide a quick talk on budgeting/saving, the cafe teaches latte-making basics using budget-friendly techniques (at home brewing, etc.)
- Portion of proceeds goes to the same homeownership charity you supported earlier.
- Headline: Brew a Better Coffee (and a Bigger Down Payment!)
- Caption: Join us for a fun latte-making class where you save money AND support a great cause. #Community #LatteLie #Homeownership
- Call to Action: Link for participants to sign up for the class.
- Promotion:
- Cross-promotion with the cafe, local press release, offer a small discount code for class attendees to use on your consultations
Day 12
Concept: It’s Not Just the Money, It’s Your Mindset
Target Audience: Homebuyers who feel discouraged, like they lack willpower, or just don’t know where to start.
Poll
- Concept: What’s Your Biggest Savings Enemy?
- Target Audience: Social media followers across all platforms
- Gist: Identify common mindset barriers preventing people from achieving their homebuying goals.
- Headline: Is this what’s holding YOU back from your dream home? VOTE NOW!
- Caption: Don’t worry, it’s anonymous 😉 This helps me create better content to support you. #SavingsStruggles #PollTime
- Poll Questions: (Aim for 5-6 options)
- “I buy things without thinking” (Impulse buying)
- “I can’t seem to stick to a budget” (Lack of discipline)
- “I don’t believe I can afford it” (Self-limiting mindset)
- “My FOMO gets the best of me” (Fear of missing out)
- “I don’t even know where my money goes” (Lack of awareness)
- Promotion: Share the poll to your Stories, pin it on your main social profiles
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Instagram/Facebook
- Type of Content: Image: A pile of coins with the words “Show Us Your Smarter Splurges” written in a playful font.
- Gist: Challenge people to think about what they value and how to align spending with priorities.
- Headline: Small Change, Big Mindset Shift ✨
- Caption: The Latte Lie taught us it’s not about deprivation! What are you choosing INSTEAD to get closer to your dream home? #SmarterSplurges #HomeownershipMindset
- Call to Action: Share your ‘smarter splurges’ and tag a friend who needs to see this!
- Promotion: Collect the best submissions and feature them as a carousel post later in the week to inspire others.
Day 13
Concept: Re-energize and Reward
Target Audience: Campaign participants, loyal followers, and those who might need an extra push.
Contest Extension
- Concept: Amplify the #LatteLieMakeover contest for a final surge of engagement
- Headline: Last Chance to Win Your Latte Lie Makeover!
- Caption: Show us your most creative & budget-savvy coffee alternatives for a chance to win [Gift card to a home decor store]. #ContestAlert
- Promotion: Highlight a few standout entries so far to generate excitement
In-Person Event (If Possible)
- Event Name: Latte Lie Pop-Up Swap & Shop
- Venue: Partner with a local coffee shop (or community space) for a small, casual event
- Theme: Turning small indulgences into homeownership tools
- Gist: Encourage people to bring items to swap (clothes, books, decor) and offer free “budget coffee” samples. Provide quick consultations in a designated corner.
- Headline: Ready to Refresh Your Space AND Your Savings?
- Post Caption: Join our Latte Lie Swap & Shop! Trade those unwanted items for something new-to-you and support your homeownership dreams.
- Call To Action: Tag a friend who needs a closet cleanout.
- Promotion: Raffle off a larger prize (home improvement consultation, gift basket curated for first-time buyers) to boost attendance
Day 14
Concept: The “Hidden” Costs of Renting
Target Audience: Renters frustrated with increasing costs, those who feel like they’ll never get ahead, and homebuyers needing that final push to take action.
Live Video (Facebook/Instagram)
- Title: Q&A: Unexpected Down Payment Savings – Renting vs. Owning
- Summary: Address common anxieties and misconceptions about affording a home by focusing on the less obvious financial benefits of owning.
- Main Topics:
- Unpredictable Rent Increases: Explain how this erodes saving potential over time. Use local market data if you have it.
- Wasted Money on Security Deposits: Tie deposits into the down payment conversation – that money could be working for YOU instead.
- Limits on Personalization = Lower Resale Value: Emphasize the ability to build equity through upgrades and customization as an owner.
- No Tax Advantages (Usually): Briefly discuss potential tax benefits of homeownership (be sure to fact-check the rules in your area).
- Q&A: Dedicate the majority of the time to answering live audience questions to dispel myths and provide reassurance.
- Call to Action: Promote your “Personalized Savings Roadmap” offer – highlight its value for uncertain renters.
- Promotion: Pin a short teaser to your social pages, invite people to submit their top concerns about affordability ahead of time.
Customer Testimonial (Video)
- Concept: From Renter to Homeowner: The Financial Impact
- Media Type: Video (ideal for Instagram/Facebook) or text + photo if that’s easier
- Target Audience: Renters who need to see that homeownership IS achievable for people like them.
- Headline: “I Never Thought I Could Afford a Home Until…”
- Caption: [Client Name]’s story of how they escaped rising rents and are now building wealth as a homeowner. #HomeownershipSuccess
- Interview Focus:
- Specific amounts they saved by no longer paying a security deposit.
- If their monthly mortgage is similar OR LESS than their old rent.
- Any surprising things they’ve learned as new homeowners that renters need to know.
Day 15
Concept: Your Savings Potential, Visualized
Target Audience: Homebuyers who need tangible proof that those small savings and lifestyle shifts can lead to a real down payment.
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Instagram / Facebook (can be adapted for other platforms)
- Type of Content: Simple graphic or infographic comparing:
- “Latte, $5/day” vs. “X amount saved in 1 month towards your dream home”
- Gist: Show the exponential power of saving even amounts someone might consider insignificant.
- Headline: Small Changes, HUGE Down Payment Impact 🤯
- Caption: Don’t underestimate what ditching those daily indulgences can do! Ready to see your savings potential? #SavingsGoals #DownPaymentPower
- Call to Action: Link to your “Dream Home Savings Audit” offer
Offer
- Concept: Exclusive “Savings Sprint” Offer
- Target Audience: People nearing the end of the campaign, ready to get serious.
- Gist: Provide a limited-time, deeper dive into budget optimization for those who sign up for a consult this week.
- Headline: Ready to Sprint Towards Your Down Payment?
- Caption: Book your consult this week and unlock my exclusive Savings Sprint program to maximize your down payment FAST. #LimitedTimeOffer
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation
- Promotion: Create a sense of urgency, emphasize that this personalized guidance goes beyond the campaign’s general content.
Day 16
Concept: Your Savings Unlock Dream Home Features
Target Audience: Homebuyers who are getting excited about the possibilities and need that visual motivation to stay on track.
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Instagram carousel or Facebook album
- Type of Content: A curated collection of listing photos featuring aspirational yet attainable homes in your local market.
- Gist: Show how potential savings from the campaign translate into the ability to afford those coveted features.
- Headline: Your Dream Home Could Be Closer Than You Think 👀
- Caption: Thanks to your smart saving choices, features like these are within reach! Which one gets you excited? #DreamHome #SavingsUnlockPossibilities
- Carousel Images:
- Image 1: Modern kitchen with upgraded appliances. Caption: “Ditching takeout 3x a week = $XX towards those stainless steel appliances”
- Image 2: Cozy backyard with patio. Caption: “Skipping monthly subscription boxes = $XX towards creating YOUR outdoor oasis”
- Image 3: Bright home office space. Caption: “Saying no to impulse buys = $XX towards a dedicated workspace”
- Image 4: Home in a desirable neighborhood. Caption: “Consistent savings = $XXX towards living in your dream location”
- Call to Action: Tag a friend who needs to start saving for their dream home!
- Promotion: Consider partnering with a local lender for accurate down payment estimations to use in your captions.
- Concept: Unlocking Your Dream Neighborhood
- Target Audience: Existing email list, emphasizing new leads generated during the campaign.
- Headline: Where Do You See Yourself Living? Your Savings Make It Possible
- Email Body:
- Short success story recap about someone ditching the lattes to afford a bigger down payment.
- Breakdown of estimated down payment needed for a few different neighborhoods in your area (make them a mix of aspirational and truly attainable)
- Highlight features common at each price point to show what their savings unlock.
- Call To Action: “Ready to explore your options?” Link to book a consult, emphasize you can tailor their search based on savings progress.
Day 17
Concept: The True Cost of NOT Owning
Target Audience: Renters on the fence about buying, first-time buyers battling fear and uncertainty.
Blog Post
- Title: Beyond the Latte: The Hidden Costs of NOT Owning Your Home
- Summary: A detailed analysis of the long-term financial disadvantages of renting compared to the stability of homeownership.
- Main Topics:
- Rent Increases: Show average increases of the past 5 years in your area, project those into the future.
- Wasted Money: Security deposits, pet fees, costs renters often overlook.
- Limits on Personalization: Discuss how upgrades and renovations build equity.
- Missed Tax Benefits: Explain potential deductions and credits homeowners may qualify for (be specific to your location!)
- The Emotional Cost of Uncertainty: Discuss lack of control, the pride of ownership, etc.
- Call to Action: Reframe the question from “Can I afford it?” to “Can I afford NOT to buy?” Promote your consultations as a way to get clarity.
Customer Engagement (Poll)
- Concept: What’s Your Homeownership Dream?
- Target Audience: Social media followers, primarily those still identifying their big “why”.
- Gist: Encourage people to articulate their priorities for a home to further personalize the campaign’s message.
- Headline: Help Me Show You the Possibilities! Quick Home Feature Poll
- Caption: Is your dream home all about the… #PollTime #DreamHomeGoals
- Poll Questions:
- Huge yard for the kids/dog?
- A chef’s kitchen for entertaining?
- Enough space to work from home?
- Walkable neighborhood near shops?
- Fixer-upper with DIY potential?
- Other (let people comment their own!)
- Promotion: Share results and tailor future content based on what people value most.
Day 18
Concept: Hustle Your Way to a House
Target Audience: Homebuyers motivated by the potential of extra income, needing guidance on finding side gigs that fit their skills and schedule.
Offer:
- Free Homebuyer Workshop: Cover the basics of the process, emphasize how pre-qualification and down payment amount impact options. Partner with a trusted lender for the pre-qualification portion.
- Webinar or In-Person: Choose based on your local audience preference.
- Headline: Unlock Your Earning Potential! Homebuyer Workshop
- Caption: Learn the essentials of buying your first home AND how to accelerate your savings with smart side hustles. #Homeownership #SideHustlePower
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to register for the workshop
- Promotion: Offer a special bonus resource or discount on your services ONLY for workshop attendees.
Live Video (Facebook/Instagram)
- Title: Q&A: Busting First-Time Homebuyer Fears and Myths
- Summary: Address common concerns head-on, focus on anxieties about finances, the process, and feeling unqualified.
- Main Topics:
- “I don’t have a perfect credit score” (explain what is good enough)
- “I don’t make enough money” (discuss side hustles, smart budgeting)
- “The process is too complicated” (simplify the major steps)
- “I’ll never find the right house” (reframe it as a journey)
- Q&A: Open the floor to live questions to uncover what’s holding people back
- Call to Action: Promote the homebuyer workshop for those needing more in-depth support, reiterate your consultation offer.
- Promotion: Create short, impactful clips from the Q&A to share as teasers.
Day 19
Concept: Success Through Community
Target Audience: Homebuyers craving success stories and practical guidance for navigating the journey. Highlight multiple paths to homeownership.
Customer Testimonials
- Concept: A series of testimonials highlighting diverse homeownership journeys.
- Media Type: Video is most impactful, but text + photo works well too. Target 3-5 testimonials.
- Target Audience: Potential homebuyers struggling with self-doubt and uncertainty.
- Headline: From Skeptic to Homeowner: Real People, Real Success Stories
- Caption: They did it, and you can too! Get inspired by these everyday people now living their dream home reality. #HomeownershipIsPossible
- Testimonial Focus:
- Someone who used a down payment assistance program
- A single parent who achieved their homeownership goal
- Someone with imperfect credit who qualified for a mortgage
- A couple who started with a fixer-upper
- Call to Action: “Is this your year to become a homeowner?” Remind them of your services.
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Facebook and Instagram
- Type of Content: Simple text overlay graphic/meme
- Gist: Humorous but relatable take on the sacrifices homebuyers make.
- Headline: “From Latte Lover to Homeowner!”
- Caption: Goodbye fancy takeout, hello homeowner happy hours in MY kitchen. #Priorities #WorthIt
- Call to Action: Tag a friend who understands the homeowner hustle.
- Promotion: Encourage comments where people share their own funny sacrifices
Day 20
Concept: Pre-Approval = Homebuying Power
Target Audience: Homebuyers ready to transition from saving to actively searching, those unsure if they qualify for a mortgage.
- Concept: The Power of Pre-Approval
- Target Audience: Existing email list, emphasizing new leads generated during the campaign.
- Headline: Get Your Dream Home Game Plan. Get Pre-Approved 💪
- Email Body:
- Explain pre-approval in simple terms (NOT the same as final approval)
- Top 3 Benefits:
- Knowing your budget = no time wasted on homes you can’t afford
- Demonstrating you’re serious to sellers = stronger offers
- Locking in a favorable interest rate (briefly, as rates fluctuate)
- Demystify: “It doesn’t mean you HAVE to buy, it means you CAN.”
- Call To Action: “Ready to unlock your homebuying potential?” Link to book a consultation. Emphasize you’ll connect them with trusted lenders.
Offer
- Concept: Promote personalized consultations as the next step
- Headline: Ready to Make Your Dream Home a Reality? Let’s Talk!
- Caption: From ditching lattes to ditching uncertainty – I’ll help streamline the process and get you pre-approved. #PreApprovalPower #Homeownership
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation
- Promotion: Consider a limited-time discount or small bonus (free credit report analysis) for those who book this week.
Day 21
Concept: Celebrate Victories & Reward Engagement
Target Audience: Active campaign participants, loyal followers who have shown genuine and consistent interest.
Contest Winner Announcement
- Headline: And the Latte Lie Makeover Winner Is… 🏆🎉
- Caption: Celebrate the winner, showcasing their creative and budget-friendly coffee alternative. Highlight ANY entries that impressed you.
- Call to Action: Thank everyone who participated, remind them of your services and ongoing support in their homeownership journey.
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Instagram/Facebook
- Type of Content: Graph or visual comparison.
- Gist: Show the transformation of “Latte Money” into a significant down payment contribution after several weeks/months.
- Headline: Small Changes, HUGE Impact! ✨
- Caption: Look how far your savings have come! This could be part of your dream home down payment. #SavingsSuccess #LatteLie
- Call to Action: Tag a friend who needs to see this motivation!
- Promotion: Pin this visual to your profile as a reminder of what’s possible.
Giveaway
- Concept: Thank you for campaign participation
- Prize: Something small but relevant to new homeowners:
- Gift card to a home decor store
- Housewarming essentials basket
- Personalized consultation with an emphasis on budgeting FOR your new home.
- Rules: Must be following you, have commented or shared campaign content recently
- Headline: Giveaway Alert! Celebrating YOU on this Homeownership Journey 🎁
- Caption: Enter to win a [Prize] to help you feather your nest! #Giveaway #HomeownershipDreams
Day 22
Concept: Spotting Hidden Potential
Target Audience: Homebuyers ready to start actively viewing homes, those who might feel overwhelmed by the current market.
Call to Action Post
- Headline: Ready to Make Your Dream Home a Reality? Let’s Talk!
- Caption: The Latte Lie campaign has prepared you to save, now let me help you find the perfect place! #HomeSearch #DreamHomeConsultant
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation
- Promotion: Reinforce your expertise in spotting overlooked properties and negotiating effectively.
- Concept: Reminder about those limited-time consultation discounts or incentives
- Headline: Final Savings Push! Don’t Miss Out on This Exclusive Offer
- Email Body:
- Recap the campaign’s successes so far, highlight how your consultations build on this progress.
- Offer expires soon! Create a sense of urgency to motivate people to take the next step.
- Call To Action: “Start your personalized home search today!” Link to schedule a consultation.
Day 23
Concept: Master the Art of Negotiation
Target Audience: Homebuyers nearing the offer stage, anxious about competitive situations and affordability.
Social Media Video (Short-form)
- Headline: Get Your Dream Home for the Right Price! Negotiation Tips
- Description: Top negotiation strategies every homebuyer should know. #NegotiationPower #HomebuyingTips
- Hook: “Don’t overpay for your dream home – know these tactics first!”
Call To Action: Let me be your expert negotiator! Book a consultation today.
Promotion: Reshare positive client testimonials about your negotiation prowess
Scene Breakdown:
- Scene 1 (Time Code: 0:00 – 0:03): A person looking dejected after losing out on a bidding war.
- Visuals: “For Sale” sign gets changed to “Sold”
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “I keep getting outbid… is this ever going to happen?”
- Music: Slow, slightly sad.
- Transition: Scene fades
- Scene 2 (Time Code: 0:03 – 0:06): Montage of negotiation concepts visualized
- Visuals: A calculator, contract with highlighted areas, two people shaking hands.
- Text Overlay: “It’s not just about the price…”
- Scene 3 (Time Code: 0:06 – 0:09): Person checking a detailed inspection report.
- Visuals: Close up of a home inspection checklist.
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Know where you have leverage”
- Scene 4 (Time Code: 0:09 – 0:12): A couple discussing pros/cons of a fixer-upper.
- Visuals: Pointing to areas needing repairs, but also the home’s charm.
- Text Overlay: “Potential = Negotiating Power”
- Scene 5 (Time Code: 0:12 – 0:15): Homeowner smiling, holding keys in front of their house.
- Scene 6 (Time Code: 0:15 – 0:18): Person smiling and adding money to their house fund.
- Scene 7 (Time Code: 0:18 – 0:20): Close-up of my contact info/website
- Visuals: Simple graphic
- Dialogue/Voiceover: “Ready to win your dream home?”
Blog Post
- Title: Beyond the Asking Price: Smart Negotiation Strategies for Homebuyers
- Summary: In-depth look at tactics beyond price: inspection contingencies, repair requests, closing timeline, etc.
- Call to Action: Promote your consultation services as a way to create a personalized negotiation plan.
Day 24
Concept: Move-In Ready, Budget-Savvy
Target Audience: Homebuyers nearing closing, excited but potentially overwhelmed by all the things they’ll need for their new home.
Success Story Highlight
- Concept: Detailed client testimonial, longer video, or in-depth text post.
- Headline: From Latte Saver to Smart Homeowner: [Client Name]’s Journey
- Focus:
- How they navigated the transition from saving to buying
- Unexpected but necessary expenses they encountered post-purchase
- Strategies they used to furnish and upgrade their home affordably
- How they continued their saving habits to be financially prepared for homeownership
- Call to Action: “Ready to make smart homeowner moves?” Promote your consultation services.
- Concept: Congratulations! You’re Almost a Homeowner
- Target Audience: People in your pipeline who are nearing or at the closing stage.
- Headline: Get Ready for the BEST Part (Your New Home!) 🎉
- Email Body:
- Brief congrats message acknowledging their hard work
- “Beyond the down payment” – mention common moving costs, furnishing needs, etc.
- Offer your support – if you have checklists, moving company recommendations, share them!
- Call To Action: “Here to make your move seamless!” Emphasize you’re there to help beyond the sale.
Day 25
Concept: Celebrating Community Connections
Target Audience: The entire audience cultivated during the campaign – past clients, new homebuyers, and those still working towards their goal.
Influencer/Community Partner Recap
- Headline: Thank You for Rocking the Latte Lie Campaign!
- Caption: Showcase the campaign’s successes. Tag any partners, influencers, or local businesses you collaborated with.
- Include highlights like participation numbers, money saved estimations, etc.
- Call to Action: Let people know you’ll continue to provide relevant content and support for their homeownership journey.
Discount or Bonus Offer
- Concept: Limited-Time, Thank You Offer
- Offer Ideas:
- Discounted consultation rate for those who book within the next few days
- A free home warranty plan add-on when they close a deal with you
- Partner with a local moving company to provide an exclusive discount for your followers
- Headline: Your Dream Home Deserves This! Special Offer Ending Soon
- Caption: Create a sense of urgency and emphasize the value of your offer.
- Promotion: Pin this across your social platforms
Let’s Keep Going! Should the next few days focus on celebrating wins with client testimonials or turn towards a frequently asked questions (FAQ) format for common homebuying concerns?
Day 26
Concept: Victory Celebration Q&A
Target Audience: Homebuyers at all stages, especially those needing a confidence boost or those hesitant to start.
Live Video (Facebook/Instagram)
- Title: Victory Celebration! Ask Me Anything About Homeownership 🏡
- Summary: Open the floor to questions, focusing on the positive, and invite people who recently bought homes to share their insights.
- Main Topics:
- Overcoming obstacles: Address common fears head-on with client examples
- Unexpected joys: Have clients discuss things they LOVE about being homeowners
- The power of your guidance: How did you specifically help them succeed?
- Audience Q&A: Prioritize questions from those early in their homebuying journey
- Call to Action: “Is this your year to become a homeowner?” Reiterate your consultation services and how you create personalized roadmaps.
- Promotion: Invite viewers to submit questions in advance, even if they can’t watch live. Use the best questions for future content!
Social Post
- Post Type: Instagram/Facebook
- Type of Content: Video montage or carousel of client testimonials
- Gist: Show the journey from “latte lover” to proud homeowner
- Headline: From Skeptical to Successful – Real Homeownership Stories
- Caption: Celebrating those who ditched the doubt and achieved their dream home! Get inspired #ClientWins #HomeownershipIsPossible
- Call to Action: Tag a friend who needs to see this
- Promotion: Let each client share the post on their own page to reach a wider audience.
Day 27
Concept: Client Success = Your Success
Target Audience: Potential clients, emphasize to those on the fence that you have a proven track record.
Call to Action Post:
- Headline: Don’t Let Your Dream Home Wait!
- Caption: Another happy client closing on their dream home! 🔑 #AnotherSuccessStory #HomeownershipGoals
- Visuals: Simple photo of you (or your team) with happy clients at closing (get their permission first)
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation
Testimonial Highlight
- Concept: Powerful & Detailed Testimonial
- Media Type: Video is ideal, but text/photo works if clients are camera shy.
- Headline: [Client Name]’s Journey from Renting to Owning
- Focus:
- Initial fears they had
- The turning point when they realized homeownership WAS possible
- Specific ways you helped (finding the right lender, negotiating, etc.)
- Their life as a homeowner now
- Call to Action: “Your dream home could be closer than you think!” Promote your consultations.
Day 28
Concept: From Latte Lover to Homeowner, Part II
Target Audience: Reinforce the campaign’s core message to the entire audience, emphasizing the power of consistent action.
Call to Action Post:
- Headline: Ready to Make Your Dream Home a Reality? Let’s Talk!
- Caption: The Latte Lie campaign is ending, but your homeownership journey doesn’t have to! #ItsPossible #StartYourJourney
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation
- Promotion: Offer a final “thank you” discount for bookings this week ONLY.
Testimonial Highlight
- Concept: Showcase a client whose journey took time and persistence
- Headline: [Client Name]’s Story: Proving Small Changes Make a BIG Difference
- Focus:
- How long they were saving
- Setbacks they encountered and how they overcame them
- The long-term benefits they’re experiencing now as homeowners
- Call to Action: Inspirational message about not giving up on your dreams. Promote your support services.
Day 29
Concept: The Latte Lie Legacy
Target Audience: Everyone who engaged with the campaign, reinforcing the sense of community and accomplishment.
Call to Action Post:
- Headline: Don’t Let Your Dream Home Wait Any Longer!
- Caption: From ditching lattes to ditching doubts, you’ve come so far! Thank you for being part of the #LatteLie movement #Community #HomeownershipEmpowerment
- Call to Action: Clear link or instructions to book their consultation. Promote any ongoing discounts/offers related to campaign participation.
Giveaway
- Concept: Final “Thank You” Giveaway
- Prize:
- A larger gift card to a home decor store
- A curated “New Homeowner Essentials” basket
- A comprehensive homeownership resource bundle (books, budgeting tools)
- Rules:
- Must be following you, have shared campaign content, and tag a friend in the comments
- Headline: One Last Giveaway to Celebrate YOU! 🎉
- Caption: Enter to win a [Prize] to help you build your dream home life! #Giveaway #LatteLieLegacy
Day 30
Concept: Beyond the Latte: Your Homeownership Resource
Target Audience: Everyone, from new homeowners to those still early in their process. Highlight your value beyond the campaign itself.
Campaign Wrap-Up Blog Post
- Title: The Latte Lie: What We Learned About Saving for a Dream Home
- Summary:
- Recap the campaign’s highlights: participation numbers, success stories, estimated total saved across all participants, etc.
- Key takeaways: Address major mindset shifts, budgeting tips, etc., that resonated with people.
- Your commitment to ongoing support: Emphasize you’re a resource beyond the trending campaign hashtag.
- Call to Action:
- Join your email list for ongoing tips
- Follow you on social media for homeownership content
- Book a consultation for personalized support
Social Media Post
- Post Type: Facebook/Instagram
- Type of Content: Simple infographic or carousel with key stats
- Gist: Show the campaign’s impact in a tangible way
- Headline: The Power of Community: Latte Lie Campaign Results!
- Visuals:
- Total potential savings by participants
- Number of people who engaged
- Number of consultations booked
- Increase in your engagement/followers
- Caption: Thank everyone, showcase the transformative power of collective action.
- Call to Action: “Ready to keep the momentum going? Let’s work together!”
Let’s brainstorm further! Here are some ideas to keep things going POST-campaign:
- Regular social media content series: “Mythbusting Mondays,” “First-Time Homebuyer FAQs”
- Partnerships: Collaborate with mortgage lenders, home inspectors, etc., for co-hosted webinars or resource guides.
- Client spotlights: “Homeowner of the Month” features, showing the diversity of paths to homeownership