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- Letters allow for detailed messaging—ideal for personalized outreach to New York sellers
- Consumers in New York trust direct mail more than online ads, with 82% preferring it
- Direct mail outperforms paid search and social media in ROI and response rates for New York real estate professionals
Tips for Writing an Effective Real Estate Letter in New York
- Keep it brief and conversational
- Address the New York property owner by name, when possible
- Highlight the offer (cash purchases, quick closings)
- Include one clear call to action (phone, email, or website)
- Use clean, professional formatting to make an impact
- Overloading the reader with too much information
- Sounding overly salesy or desperate
- Using generic phrasing (e.g., “we buy houses for top dollar!”)
- Forgetting the next step—always guide the New York seller on how to respond

- For deceased owners, “Dear Property Owner” acknowledges heirs respectfully.
- For living individuals, a personalized greeting fosters a stronger connection.



Why Direct Calls Work Best for New York Sellers Encouraging New York property owners to call directly is the most effective approach.
- Emails often land in spam folders
- Texts can be misdirected or ignored
- Websites lead to distractions, reducing conversion rates

- Inherited properties needing liquidation
- Probate proceedings requiring asset sales
- Pre-foreclosure owners behind on payments
- Absentee owners looking to offload burdensome properties
- Market Timing – Cashing out at peak value
- Lifestyle Changes – Downsizing, relocating, or moving closer to family
- Property Maintenance – Avoiding costly repairs or HOA fees
- Investment Priorities – Transitioning to passive income or retirement funds



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