You and your client have finally made it, you finally can put a sold sign on your client's property. What better way to cap off the experience than to give your seller's something that will keep this milestone, and you, at the forefront of their mind.

Here are a 10 memorable gift ideas that say a lot more than thank you for your business.

  1. Personalized household items
    Consider giving your seller a set of personalized knives, wine glasses or other decorative items such as blankets and pillows. 

    Although giving knives may seem like an odd idea, they can come in handy for your seller as they prepare to move into another home. The second-most-popular gift is a set of wine glasses or bottles. Try personalizing the items with a monogram or a design that’s related to your hometown or state, such as the outline of the state with the word “home” in the middle.

  2. Housewarming items
    Think of closing gifts as housewarming gifts. You’re welcoming them to their new home. Many agents love to give customized wreaths and doormats or a set of “Just Moved” cards sellers can use to notify family and friends of their new address.
  3. Commissioned art or photo albums
    Although your sellers were clearly ready to get rid of their home, it doesn’t mean they won’t miss the space where they lived and created great memories. To help them keep a piece of their former home, commission a painting or pencil sketch by a local artist.
  4. The paintings, which can be up to $100, are an unexpected gesture that will keep you on your client’s mind. The sketch really does wow them. Don’t worry about branding it. They see the picture in their home every day and remember you immediately.
  5. Donate to charity
    Some agents are taking the adage “’tis better to give than to receive” to heart and opting to add a charitable element to the closing process.

    For each home sold, agents are making donations on their seller’s behalf. Such as giving to Toys for Tots after each closing, and gives the seller a gift basket that includes a picture of the child and his or her new bike. In addition to doing something great for your community, agents see it as a sincere way to build company identity and culture.
  6. Monthly subscription
    Instead of giving a one-time gift, consider using a subscription service. You can gift your seller a yearly subscription to their favorite magazines or a boxed subscription that sends them gourmet food, soaps, or home goods.
  7. Gift cards
    The jury is still out on this idea, but some agents think gift cards can go from tacky to thoughtful with a little extra planning. Some realtors send out gift cards on birthdays, anniversaries and holidays.
  8. Champagne toast
    Some agents prefer to simply celebrate a closing with a bottle of champagne for the seller and buyer.
    No matter what you choose to give, what seems to be unanimous is that the gift should be personalized with the seller. Your exceptional service and thoughtful giving will do the trick just fine.
  9. A night out
    Who wouldn’t love a dinner out at a favorite restaurant? But make it memorable by not only picking up the tab but also going all out. Make the reservation for your clients, arrange a limo or a sitter, and then have the restaurant send over a personal thank-you note from you.
  10.  A sweet something
    Mrs. Fields offers more than a dozen different “housewarming/REALTOR®” gifts for practitioners to give clients. The “New House Gift” is worth adding to your closing gifts repertoire because the cookies, brownies, and other baked treats come in a box shaped like a house. Customize the front door of the house with your clients’ names or your company logo.

Using any of these gestures will make a lasting impression on your client. Include any of our customized promotional items to complete the gift. Choose from die cut notepads, custom calendars, and much more. Contact us today to learn more.