(Cheesy) Gift Ideas

Use cutting boards as in-state closing gifts 

  • Order extra cutting boards for closings we are attending 
  • Send home address stamps for out of state closing gifts 

Gift Ideas for pop-by or send

  1. Blank Note Cards: “We want you to know how much we appreciate you. Thank you for your business and referrals. Next time you think of someone special, use these notecards to let them know.”
  2. Movie candy
  3. Kahlua coffee (“always looking to stir up a few referrals)
  4. Mini plant (thanks for helping me grow..)
  5. Calculator (“it’s the little things that add up to a successful closing! Let me take care of those for you and get you to the closing table on time!”)
  6. Mini First Aid Kit: “It pays to be prepared for every situation. Let us be the choice to help you 1 st avoid all the emergencies that come up! The Carl White Team will come to your aid”.
  7. Send the agent a branded Loan Product Cheat Sheet.
  8. Empty box campaign – Give the agent 3 boxes they can give to their clients to begin their declutter process for listing or begin packing to buy and move into a new dream home.
  9. Realtor Survival Kit or Realtor First Aid Kit – find the list in the Thors Toolkit
  10. Master Pop-By List:LOTS of ideas on Pinterest if you search “realtor pop-by gifts” (you literally could spend hours there, it’s insane. ALSO, http://www.popbyideas.com has TONS of ideas as well.
  1. Punny Gifts
    1. Lotto scratchers and payday/100 grand bar (“thanks a million for all you do”) -Popcorn (“just popped by to say hello”)
    2. Starbucks (“Thanks a latte…”
    3. Burt’s Bees (“Thanks for…. You’re the BALM”)
    4. Flyswatter (“Let our SWAT team of experts help you…”)
    5. Soap (want a “clean” deal?) OR “Just stopped by to say hello… If you work with someone who is looking to buy a home and wants a “clean deal” give us a call” OR “Want a clean deal/transaction?? The Carl White Team can get it done “clean and quick.”
    6. Candy Apple – Message to say “ You are the core of our business.”
    7. Matches or Lighters (“other lenders are no match for our level of service…”) We’re fired up to serve you and your clients!”
    8. Piggy bank (“our relationship is one of the most valuable assets we have…”)
    9. Cookbook (“let me be part of your ingredients for a perfect closing”)
    10. Pop rocks (“You rock!” or “Let your clients loan experience rock…”)
    11. Screwdriver (“be the sharpest tool in the shed and refer your clients to…”
    12. Highlighters (“working with you is the highlight of our…”)
    13. Candle: (“your referrals really light my business on fire”)
    14. Oven mitt (I have to ad”mitt” it, you’re one awesome partner…) OR “We’re ready to take care of your hot referrals”
    15. Animal crackers (“it can be a jungle out there, but I’m here to help your clients get safely through”)
    16. Book (“I am never too booked for your referrals”)
    17. Pencil  : “We’ll erase your worries. Call us for an A+ experience.”
    18. Dog Bones for those who love dogs : “No bones about it, we have your lending needs covered”.
    19. Bungee Cords: “We’re here to secure the right loan for you!”
    20. Band-Aids : “Let us help “aid” you to more paychecks! With our quick processing we close your deals quickly”.
    21. Peanuts:  “We are nuts for your referrals”
    22. Spatulas : “We flip for your referrals”
    23. Blocks : The Carl White Team would love to help you “build” your business
    24. Salsa Bowls : “You and your referrals always “spice” up our day”
    25. Fortune cookies: “It is our good fortune to serve you and everyone you refer”
    26. Orange: “Can’t make ‘heads or tails’ of today’s Real Estate market? “Orange” you glad you can depend on us to take care of you?
    27. Microwave Popcorn: “Just wanted to “pop” by to tell you that we appreciate you as clients. If you know anyone looking to buy or refinance, hopefully we “pop” up. Just give them our name and number.
    28. Electronic disposable wipes: “Keep your devices clean and clear. If you want a clean deal, give us a call.”
    29. Straws : “Some lenders really suck! We do what we say we can do. That allows you    to enjoy a drink from the fountain of success”. 
    30. Small Screwdriver : “Don’t get screwed by lenders who can’t deliver. Call The Carl White Team to get the deal done right”.
  1. Month/Holiday Ideas
    1. Great ideas for Wacky Holidays and regular holidays:  
                        http://holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/index.htm
    2. January:
      1. Soda (“hope you start the new year with a POP”)
      2. New Years Day
      3. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
    3. February:
      1. Groundhog Day 
      2. Valentine’s Day
  1. March:
    1. St. Patrick’s Day – luck of the Irish with lotto tickets
    2. Daylight Savings Day begins
    3. First Day of Spring
  2. April:
    1. Easter
    2. Peeps marshmallow treats : “Have your peeps call my peeps”
  3. May:
    1. Mother’s Day-Flowers: (Hand deliver flowers to agents who are Moms and to Escrow/title officers too, this gift leaves a big impact.)
    2. Memorial Day
    3. Golf Balls-  Don’t let rates Drive your business-  Call the Mortgage Mark Team…. or We drive loans homes
  4. June:
    1. Flag Day 
    2. Father’s Day
      1. BBQ sauce or “spatula
      2. WD-40
      3. Fuel injector cleaner (your referrals keep my engine running”)
    3. First Day of Summer: “Summer is near and BBQ season is here! Enjoy the sun, have some fun and remember your referrals are #1!” (BBQ Sauce)
    4. Sunblock (don’t let your friends and family get “burned” in this market, I will give them the protection they need)
    5. Beach ball (“I’m always on the ball to help your clients)
  5. July:
    1. Independence Day
      1. Fireworks schedule (celebrating your referrals and the 4th of july)
      2. Sparklers (your referrals make my business sparkle)
      3. Sun Tan Lotion-  Don’t get burnt by another lender
  6. August:
    1. First Day of School/Back to school: Pencils- “We’ll erase your worries. Call us for an A+           experience.”
    2. Peach Month
    3. Picnic Month
  7. September:
    1. Labor Day
    2. Grandparent’s Day 
    3. First Day of Autumn
  8. October:
    1. Columbus Day
    2. United Nations Day
    3. Halloween:
      1. Halloween Bat Glasses: “Are other lenders driving you batty? Let the Carl White Team help you see the way to more closed deals”.
      2. Halloween Bat Straws: “Are other lenders driving you batty? Let the Carl White Team help you drink from the cup of success”.
      3. Caramel apples (“for a transaction that’s always sweet and never sticky”)
      4. Pumpkin carving kit (“i’m always ready to carve out time to serve you and your referrals”.
      5. Pumpkins-   Don’t let rates Spook your Clients
      6. Apple crisp mix (“your referrals are the core of my business”)
  9. November:
    1. Daylight Savings Time ends 
    2. Veteran’s Day
    3. Thanksgiving time:
      1. Fresh Pies  -Talk about gratitude for them (Helps clients and b2b bakery)
      2. Pie cutter (“Any way you slice it, I’m grateful for your referrals”)
      3. Calendars with your info: (helpful to have holidays and days that won’t count for work days and early off times
      4. Ziploc Bags : “The holidays are headed your way! This means special times with family, friends and good food. These will help “seal” your favorite leftovers and keep them fresh. And when the conversation turns to home loans… remember we’re here to help “SEAL” the deal!”
      5. Homemade Pumpkin Spice- Our Loans are Twice as Nice!             
  10. December:
    1. Hanukkah
    2. First Day of Winter
    3. Hot Chocolate/hot cocoa/mug : “The chill of winter is warmed by clients like you”
    4. Christmas
      1. Gift wrapping supplies:wrapping paper, gift bags, tape, bows, gift ags
      2. Tree ornament, or other holiday decoration
      3. Box of blank holiday cards:  “Tis’ the season to be grateful for great clients like you”
      4. Little bells (“give me a jingle if i can help…”)
      5. Joy soap (“May joy be your gift at Christmas and your blessing all year through…”)
      6. Jolly ranchers (“Have a holly jolly christmas”)
    5. New Year’s Eve
      1. Fresh baked cookies, brownies, or bread 
      2. Martinelli’s
      3. Fortune cookies (“wishing you good fortune in the new year”)
      4. Peppermints (your help MINT so much to us this year)

200 Punny Gift Ideas

  1. Keychain: “Key to Success in Your New Home!”
  2. Coffee Mug: “Espresso Your Dreams – In Your New Home!”
  3. Tote Bag: “Totes a Great Homeowner!”
  4. Wine Glasses: “Sip Happens, It’s OK to Wine in Your New Home!”
  5. Custom Doormat: “Welcome to Your Home Sweet Loan!”
  6. Picture Frame: “Frame Your Memories in Your New Estate!”
  7. Cheese Board: “This Home is Gouda!”
  8. Tea Towels: “Home is Where the Hearth is!”
  9. Scented Candles: “Home Sweet Home Smells!”
  10. Stress Ball Shaped Like a House: “Squeeze Out the Mortgage Stress!”
  11. Novelty Clock: “Time to Enjoy Your New Home!”
  12. Cookie Cutters (House-Shaped): “Sweet Dreams are Made of These (Homes)!”
  13. Bottle Opener: “Unlock the Fun in Your New Home!”
  14. Garden Gloves: “Grow Your Dreams in Your New Home!”
  15. Thermos: “Warm Wishes for Your New Home!”
  16. Apron: “Cooking Up Memories in Your New Home!”
  17. Bookmark: “Mark the Beginning of Your New Chapter!”
  18. Coasters: “Place Your Dreams Here!”
  19. Plant Pot: “Plant Your Roots in Your New Home!”
  20. Ice Cube Tray (House-Shaped): “Chill in Your New Home!”
  21. Oven Mitts: “Handle Your New Home with Care!”
  22. BBQ Set: “Grilliant New Home!”
  23. Spaghetti Measure: “A Measure of Happiness in Your New Home!”
  24. Wall Clock: “It’s Time for New Memories!”
  25. Welcome Sign: “Home is Where Our Story Begins!”
  26. Bath Bombs: “Soak in the Joy of Your New Home!”
  27. Luggage Tags: “The Best Journey Leads to Home!”
  28. Flashlight: “Bright Future in Your New Home!”
  29. Water Bottle: “Stay Hydrated in Your New Habitat!”
  30. Magnetic Whiteboard: “Plot Your Dreams Here!”
  31. Seed Packets: “Grow a Little Love in Your New Home!”
  32. Travel Mug: “Home is Wherever I’m with Brew!”
  33. Pillow Covers: “Rest Assured in Your New Home!”
  34. Serving Tray: “Serve Up Some Home Sweet Home!”
  35. Cutting Board: “Chop to It in Your New Kitchen!”
  36. Popcorn Bucket: “Poppin’ in to Say Congratulations!”
  37. Gardening Set: “Cultivate Your Happiness!”
  38. Puzzle of a Home: “Piece Together Your Home Sweet Home!”
  39. Fridge Magnets: “Stick with Your Dreams!”
  40. Hand Soap: “Lather in the Luxury of Home!”
  41. Candy Jar: “Sweeten Your Days in Your New Home!”
  42. Notepad: “Note Your New Adventures!”
  43. Key Holder: “Hang Your Hopes Here!”
  44. Umbrella: “Under One Roof and Loving It!”
  45. Ice Cream Scoop: “Scoop Up New Memories!”
  46. Tea Infuser: “Steeped in Happiness in Your New Home!”
  47. Night Light: “Bright Nights in Your New Home!”
  48. Wine Stopper: “Seal the Deal on Your New Home!”
  49. Pizza Cutter: “Slice of Heaven in Your New Home!”
  50. Salt and Pepper Shakers: “Spice Up Your New Home Life!”
  51. Cookie Jar: “Home is Where the Cookies Are!”
  52. Herb Growing Kit: “Herb Your Enthusiasm – It’s Your New Home!”
  53. Fruit Bowl: “Bowl of Bliss in Your New Abode!”
  54. Cheese Grater: “Grate Times Await in Your New Home!”
  55. Car Air Freshener: “Fresh Start in Your New Home!”
  56. Bookends: “Supporting Your New Home Dreams!”
  57. Bird Feeder: “Tweet Yourself to a Cozy Home!”
  58. Lunch Box: “Pack in the Love in Your New Home!”
  59. Ice Cream Bowl Set: “Scooping Up Joy in Your New Home!”
  60. Desk Organizer: “Keep Your Home Dreams Sorted!”
  61. Pasta Fork: “Twirl Up Happiness in Your New Kitchen!”
  62. Jar Opener: “Unseal New Memories in Your Home!”
  63. Wall Decals: “Stick to Your Home Dreams!”
  64. Golf Balls: “Drive Towards Happiness in Your New Home!”
  65. Sponge Holder: “Soak Up the Good Times!”
  66. Kitchen Timer: “Count Down to Cozy Moments in Your Home!”
  67. Shower Curtain: “Make a Splash in Your New Home!”
  68. Manicure Set: “Nailed It with Your New Home!”
  69. Waffle Maker: “Waffle About Your New Home!”
  70. Mixing Bowl Set: “Mix in Some Fun in Your New Home!”
  71. Candle Holder: “Light Up Your New Home!”
  72. Door Stopper: “Stop and Enjoy Your New Home!”
  73. Measuring Cups: “Measure Your Success in Your New Home!”
  74. Garden Flag: “Flagging You Down in Your New Home!”
  75. Serving Spoons: “Spoonful of Joy in Your New Home!”
  76. Sugar and Cream Set: “Sweeten Up Your Home Life!”
  77. Cocktail Shaker: “Shake Up Some Fun in Your New Home!”
  78. Recipe Book: “Cook Up New Memories!”
  79. Blanket: “Wrap Yourself in Home Comfort!”
  80. Coat Hangers: “Hang Up Your Worries in Your New Home!”
  81. Bread Box: “Bread-y for Your New Home!”
  82. Toaster: “Toast to Your New Home!”
  83. Canister Set: “Can-ister Do Attitude in Your New Kitchen!”
  84. Cheese Knife Set: “Slice of Life in Your New Home!”
  85. Soup Ladle: “Ladle in the Love in Your New Home!”
  86. Grill Set: “Grill and Chill in Your New Home!”
  87. Hot Pad Sets: “Handle with Care in Your New Home!”
  88. Bottle Cooler: “Keep It Cool in Your New Home!”
  89. Vegetable Peeler: “Peel the Love in Your New Kitchen!”
  90. Champagne Flutes: “Fizz Up Your Home Life!”
  91. Egg Timer: “Egg-citing Times in Your New Home!”
  92. Pot Holders: “Hold On to Your Home Dreams!”
  93. Kitchen Towels: “Dry Up the Joy in Your New Home!”
  94. Soap Dispenser: “Dispense Some Home Love!”
  95. Wine Rack: “Rack Up the Memories in Your New Home!”
  96. Sushi Making Kit: “Rolling into Your New Home Life!”
  97. Placemats: “Place Your Dreams on the Table!”
  98. Bottle Brush: “Clean Start in Your New Home!”
  99. Cake Server: “Slice of Heaven in Your Home!”
  100. Coffee Pod Holder: “Brew-tiful Mornings in Your New Home!”
  101. Customized Pencils: “Write your way to your dream home!”
  102. Magnetic Business Cards: “Stick with us for magnetic service!”
  103. Seed Packets: “Plant your roots with us!”
  104. Branded Bottle Openers: “Opening doors to your new home!”
  105. Mini Notebooks: “Note your new home dreams!”
  106. Keychains: “Key to your new castle!”
  107. Sticky Note Pads: “Sticking with you every step of the way!”
  108. Coasters: “Coast into your new home!”
  109. Fridge Magnets: “Magnetic attraction to your new home!”
  110. Small Scented Candles: “Your new home’s scent-sational!”
  111. Measuring Spoons: “Measure up a perfect home!”
  112. Wooden Spoons: “Stir up new memories in your home!”
  113. Plastic Plant Pots: “Grow your home dreams!”
  114. Pocket Calendars: “Counting down to your home sweet home!”
  115. Simple Bottle Stoppers: “Stop and enjoy your new home!”
  116. Paper Bookmarks: “Marking the start of your new chapter!”
  117. Custom Stickers: “Stick with us for great homes!”
  118. Balloons with Logo: “Elevate your home experience!”
  119. Plastic Bag Clips: “Sealing the deal on your new home!”
  120. Canvas Tote Bags: “Tote-ally excited for your new home!”
  121. Customized Pens: “Penning your path to a new home!”
  122. Luggage Tags: “Tag along to your dream home!”
  123. Hand Sanitizer Bottles: “Sanitizing your path to a new home!”
  124. Small Picture Frames: “Frame your new home memories!”
  125. Silicone Wristbands: “Wrap up your home search with us!”
  126. Cookie Cutters: “Cutting out a space for your dream home!”
  127. Small Hand Soaps: “Washing you into a clean new home!”
  128. Shower Steamers: “Steam ahead to your new home!”
  129. Reusable Straws: “Suck up the joy in your new home!”
  130. Tea Infusers: “Infuse your life with a new home!”
  131. Small LED Keychain Lights: “Lighting the way to your new home!”
  132. Card Holders: “Holding the key to your new home!”
  133. Microfiber Cleaning Cloths: “Wipe in to a shiny new home!”
  134. Rubber Door Stoppers: “Stop right there – You’ve found your dream home!”
  135. Bottle of Water: “Water you waiting for? Let’s find your new home!”
  136. Mini Flashlights: “Shine a light on your real estate dreams!”
  137. Packet of Tissues: “No more tears, your dream home is here!”
  138. Small Hand Mirrors: “Reflect on your perfect home with us!”
  139. Mint Tins: “Mint to be in your new home!”
  140. Bag Clips: “Clip the deal on your new home!”
  141. Ice Scrapers: “Scrape up some cool home deals!”
  142. Travel Sewing Kits: “Sew your seeds in a new home!”
  143. Pocket Fans: “Fan-cy a new home?”
  144. Mini Lip Balms: “Smooth move to your new home!”
  145. Hand Warmers: “Warm up to your new home!”
  146. Plastic Rain Ponchos: “Don’t let home buying rain on your parade!”
  147. Sunscreen Packets: “Shine bright in your new home!”
  148. Band-Aid Packs: “Fixing up your home search!”
  149. Disposable Camera: “Picture yourself in a new home!”
  150. Earplugs: “Hear us out for your dream home!”
  151. Finger Puppets: “Pointing you to your new home!”
  152. Pocket Ashtrays: “Ash-ure you in your new home search!”
  153. Travel Toothbrushes: “Brush up to your new home!”
  154. Shoe Shine Sponges: “Step into your new home with a shine!”
  155. Mini Hand Lotion: “Smooth process to your new home!”
  156. Packet of Gum: “Chew on these home ideas!”
  157. Phone Screen Cleaners: “Clear view to your new home!”
  158. Matchbooks: “Match with your perfect home!”
  159. Tea Bags: “Brewing up great home deals!”
  160. Candy Canes (Seasonal): “Sweeten your home holidays!”
  161. Hand Fans: “Fan out in your new home!”
  162. Disposable Coasters: “Rest your dreams in your new home!”
  163. Miniature Playing Cards: “Deal yourself into a new home!”
  164. Individual Coffee Pods: “Brew a new beginning in your home!”
  165. Finger Lights: “Spotlight on your home search!”
  166. Snack Bags: “Snack on these home opportunities!”
  167. Miniature Tool Kits: “Tooling up your dream home!”
  168. Chapstick Tubes: “Smooth talks for your home deal!”
  169. Pocket Calipers: “Measure the perfection of your new home!”
  170. USB Car Chargers: “Charge into your new home!”
  171. Mini LED Book Lights: “Brighten your home reading!”
  172. Small Suction Cup Hooks: “Hang on to your home dreams!”
  173. Pocket Magnifiers: “Magnify your home aspirations!”
  174. Mini First Aid Kits: “First aid for your home hunt!”
  175. Travel Pill Boxes: “Organize your home buying plans!”
  176. Pocket Screwdrivers: “Turn your home dreams into reality!”
  177. Compact Rain Umbrellas: “Don’t let anything dampen your home hunt!”
  178. Small Folding Fans: “Unfold new possibilities in your home!”
  179. Travel Size Hand Sanitizers: “Clean start in your new home!”
  180. Miniature Salt & Pepper Shakers: “Spice up your home life!”
  181. Pocket Kites: “Soar high in your new home!”
  182. Miniature Tape Measures: “Measure up your home dreams!”
  183. Pocket Compasses: “Navigate to your perfect home!”
  184. Travel Manicure Sets: “Nail your home search!”
  185. Mini Flash Drives: “Store your home memories here!”
  186. Pocket Solar Calculators: “Calculate your perfect home!”
  187. Individual Hand Wipes: “Wipe in to your new home!”
  188. Travel Lint Rollers: “Roll into your clean new home!”
  189. Miniature Travel Clocks: “Time to find your dream home!”
  190. Portable Pill Cutters: “Cut to the chase for your new home!”
  191. Disposable Raincoats: “Coat your home search in success!”
  192. Pocket Highlighters: “Highlight your path to a new home!”
  193. Single Use Camera Films: “Capture the moment in your new home!”
  194. Miniature Bubble Levels: “Level up to your new home!”
  195. Pocket Pedometers: “Step into your dream home!”
  196. Mini Screw Top Jars: “Jar up your home dreams!”
  197. Travel Shoe Bags: “Step into your new home in style!”
  198. Small Pillows: “Dream of your new home!”
  199. Pocket Refillable Hand Warmers: “Warm up to your new home idea!”
  200. Miniature Harmonicas: “Harmonize in your new home!”

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