August 2026 Social Media Templates


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August 2026

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Week 1

List Before Labor Day: August Still Has Buyers

Buying Before the School Year: A Family Timeline

The 80/20 Rule of Selling: Focus Where It Counts

Selling an Inherited Home: Where to Start

Week 2

End-of-Summer Curb Appeal Refresh

How Much Home Can You Really Afford?

Why Your Home Didn't Sell the First Time

One Last Summer Cookout: Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad

Week 3

Reading a Cooling Market: Pricing for the Shift

The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

Staging Spaces That Photograph Well

Downsizing for Retirement: Making the Move Easier

Week 4

Going It Alone? The True Cost of FSBO

Choosing the Right Neighborhood

The Negotiation Moves That Protect Your Bottom Line

Getting Your Home Fall-Market Ready

Week 1

 Post 1: List Before Labor Day: August Still Has Buyers

Format: Carousel (6 Images)

Customization Notes:

  • Add book seller image to slide 6

Social Caption

August is quietly one of the best windows of the year to sell.

The buyers still shopping are motivated, and many are racing to settle before the school year.

With fewer new listings hitting the market, a well-prepared home can stand out and move quickly.

My FREE book is packed with expert guidance for selling your home for the best price.

Click the link below to request your copy today.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homesellingtips #augustmarket #realestatetips #sellingyourhome #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 2: Buying Before the School Year: A Family Timeline

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your buyer book image to slide 6

Social Caption

Moving with kids means the calendar runs the show.

Buying before the school year starts takes planning, because financing, touring, and closing all need time.

Mapping the timeline backward from the first day of school keeps the whole process calm.

My FREE buyer guide is full of guidance to help you buy with confidence.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homebuyingtips #relocation #firsttimehomebuyer #buyersagent #[location of the agent]  #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 3: The 80/20 Rule of Selling: Focus Where It Counts

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

Selling a home can feel like an endless to-do list, but a small share of the work drives most of the result.

Price, condition, and how the home is marketed matter far more than the dozens of tiny tasks sellers stress over.

Knowing where to put your energy saves time, money, and a lot of second-guessing.

My FREE book is full of guidance on preparing and pricing your home to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homesellingtips #sellsmart #realestatetips #homeprep #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 4: Selling an Inherited Home: Where to Start

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

Selling a home you inherited carries weight that a normal sale does not.

There are legal steps, tax questions, and the emotional work of sorting a lifetime of belongings.

Taking it one step at a time, with the right guidance, makes a hard process feel manageable.

My FREE book is loaded with expert guidance for selling your home with confidence.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#inheritedhome #estatesale #homesellingtips #realestatetips #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]



Week 2

 Post 1: End-of-Summer Curb Appeal Refresh

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

By late August, a long, hot summer has usually taken a toll on the front of your home.

Faded flowers, tired mulch, and dusty siding all quietly chip away at that first impression.

A weekend refresh out front can change how buyers feel before they ever walk inside.

My FREE book is full of expert tips for getting your home ready to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#curbappeal #homesellingtips #homeprep #sellingyourhome  #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 2: How Much Home Can You Really Afford?

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add Your Buyer Book To Image 6

Social Caption

The price on the listing is only part of what a home really costs.

Taxes, insurance, maintenance, and utilities all shape what you can comfortably afford each month.

Knowing your real number before you shop keeps you confident and prevents heartbreak later.

My FREE buyer guide is packed with guidance for today's home buyers.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homebuyingtips #firsttimehomebuyer #affordability #buyersagent #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 3: Why Your Home Didn't Sell the First Time

Format: Carousel -  6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Instagram Caption

Watching a listing expire without an offer is frustrating, but it is rarely a mystery.

A home that does not sell usually comes down to price, marketing, condition, or access, often more than one.

The good part is that every one of those is fixable with the right plan on the next try.

My FREE book is full of expert guidance for selling your home for the best price.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#expiredlisting #homesellingtips #sellingyourhome #realestatetips [location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 4: One Last Summer Cookout: Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad

Format: Single Image - 1 slide

Customization Notes:

  • None Needed

Social Caption

Before summer slips away, there is always room for one more cookout with the people you love.

This grilled peach and burrata salad is easy, a little fancy, and the kind of dish guests remember.

A home that gathers people well tends to show well too, and the right guidance makes selling it easier.

My FREE book is full of expert tips for getting your home ready to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#endofsummer #summerrecipes #homesweethome #cookoutseason #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]



Week 3

 Post 1:  Reading a Cooling Market: Pricing for the Shift

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

As summer winds down, many markets start to shift from a sprint to a steadier pace.

Homes take a little longer to sell, and pricing to last spring's frenzy can leave a listing stuck.

Reading the signs early and pricing to today's buyers keeps your sale on track.

My FREE book is full of guidance on pricing your home to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homepricing #realestatemarket #homesellingtips #pricingstrategy #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 2: The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your buyer book to slide 6

Social Caption

First-time buyers often save hard for a down payment, then get surprised by everything else.

Closing costs, inspections, moving, and early maintenance all arrive faster than you expect.

Knowing these costs ahead of time turns a stressful surprise into a simple line in your budget.

My FREE buyer guide is loaded with guidance to help you buy with confidence.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homebuyingtips #firsttimehomebuyer #closingcosts #buyersagent #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 3: Staging Spaces That Photograph Well

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

Most buyers see your home on a screen long before they see it in person.

Rooms that photograph well are clean, bright, and styled to show off space rather than fill it.

A little staging built around the camera helps your listing earn the in-person showing.

My FREE book is full of expert tips on preparing your home to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homestaging #listingphotos #homesellingtips #stagingideas #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 4: Downsizing for Retirement: Making the Move Easier

Format:  Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book to slide 6

Social Caption

Downsizing is about far more than square footage. It is a new chapter.

Sorting belongings, timing the sale, and finding the right next home all take planning and patience.

With a clear plan and the right support, the move becomes exciting instead of overwhelming.

My FREE book is loaded with expert guidance for selling your home with confidence.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#downsizing #retirement #homesellingtips #realestatetips #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]



Week 4

 Post 1:  Going It Alone? The True Cost of FSBO

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book to slide 6

Social Caption

Selling on your own sounds like a smart way to save, but the savings often disappear.

For-sale-by-owner homes tend to sell for less, take longer, and pile on stress along the way.

Between pricing, exposure, negotiation, and paperwork, going it alone is rarely the bargain it seems.

My FREE book is full of expert guidance for selling your home for the best price.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#fsbo #homesellingtips #sellingyourhome #realestatetips #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 2: Choosing the Right Neighborhood

Format: Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your buyer book to slide 6

Instagram Caption

You can change almost everything about a house, but you cannot change where it sits.

The right neighborhood shapes your commute, your daily routine, and how the home holds its value.

Visiting at different times and exploring what's nearby tells you what a listing photo never will.

My FREE buyer guide is full of guidance to help you buy with confidence.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#homebuyingtips #neighborhood #relocation #buyersagent #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 3: The Negotiation Moves That Protect Your Bottom Line

Format:  Carousel - 6 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book image to slide 6

Social Caption

Getting an offer is exciting, but the strongest sales are protected in the negotiation that follows.

Price is only one piece. Terms, timing, contingencies, and repair requests all shape what you really walk away with.

A steady, experienced approach at the table keeps more money where it belongs, with you.

My FREE book is full of expert guidance for selling your home for the best price.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#negotiation #homesellingtips #sellingyourhome #realestatetips #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]

 Post 4: Getting Your Home Fall-Market Ready

Format: Reel - 5 slides

Customization Notes:

  • Add your seller book to slide 5

Social Caption

Fall buyers tend to be serious, and the sellers who win them get ready before the season turns.

A refreshed exterior, warm and well-lit rooms, and a short repair list put your home a step ahead.

A little preparation now means you can list with confidence when the fall market arrives.

My FREE book is loaded with guidance on getting your home ready to sell.

Click the link below to request your copy.

[Enter Landing Page Link]

#fallmarket #homesellingtips #homeprep #sellingyourhome #[location of the agent] #[Company or brand of the agent]