Cody Barton
5 Min Read
Closing deals in commercial real estate isn’t just about finding the right tenant or buyer. You need to offer the right information at the right time to help prospects identify the best solution.
Effective B2B marketing helps brokers do that, by addressing both the tangible and intangible benefits that make each property unique.
Here’s how you can leverage marketing to close deals faster
Resolve the low-hanging fruit.
Before you even start pitching a property, consider this: how does it look? First impressions matter more than you think.
Simple fixes like power washing, new signage, and re-striping the parking lot make a big difference. These easy, low-cost improvements instantly increase visual appeal, making it easier for potential buyers or tenants to see the property’s value.
Anticipate and reframe objections
Every property has strengths and weaknesses. Our job as marketers is to reframe weaknesses in a way that appeals to your target audience–those who place the highest value on your asset.
If you have a “hairy” deal, position it as a unique opportunity, something others might overlook, but that a savvy operator can turn into success.
On the flip side, if you’re marketing an established, or high-end asset, focus on security, prestige, and the undeniable tailwinds that come with a higher tier property.
Reframing objectives helps you control the narrative.
Leverage data to build confidence
Numbers matter, and business leaders want to know what they’re getting into.
The best possible way to speed up decision-making is by providing clear, compelling data that is easily digested thanks to great design.
This can include demographic data, demand drivers, historical performance, projected returns, rent or cap rate upside, or even market trends that support the property’s future potential.
When you arm your prospects with the right data, you reduce risk and uncertainty–so you can close bigger deals faster.
Share a Story That Resonates
People buy outcomes, so don’t just list features–offer a compelling story.
Buyers want more than information; they want to know how a property fits into their business or investment goals. Is it the next step in expanding their portfolio? Will your property help them attract better employees or tenants?
Once you understand how your offering helps people, you can tell a story that will make it easy for them to visualize the success they will achieve through your deal
Takeaways to Know
In a highly consultative relationship business, great B2B marketing isn’t about being the loudest; it’s about being the clearest, and easiest to work with.
Resolve the obvious issues, control the narrative, and guide your prospects with both data and story. Do this, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly deals start to close.