Best Gifts for Real Estate Agents that Say ‘Thank You’
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Ashlyn Needham Contributing AuthorAshlyn Needham is a freelance writer with years of experience covering real estate and home improvement topics. Her favorite pastime is tackling home improvement projects, reading, and writing real estate, food, and lifestyle blogs.
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Fran Metz Contributing EditorFran Metz is a freelance content writer, editor, blogger and traveler based in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has seven years of experience in print journalism, working at newspapers from coast to coast. She has a BA in Mass Communications from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, and lived in Arvada for 15 years, where she gained her experience with the ever-changing real estate market. In her free time, she enjoys 4-wheeling, fishing, and creating digital art.
If you’ve recently bought or sold your house with the help of a professional real estate agent, you know how invaluable their support was during this major event in your life. Maybe they sold your home faster than expected or secured a higher price, even in today’s unusual market. For buyers facing high interest rates, your agent may have helped you explore great options to best meet your family’s needs. To show your appreciation, here are some thoughtful gift ideas for your real estate agent.
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What are the best gifts for real estate agents in 2025? Maggie McFarland, a seasoned agent with 30 years of experience, knows exactly what delights every agent:
“The best gift that we can get as a real estate agent is a great review or referral because that’s the crutch of our business. A lot of my business is from past client reviews and referrals.”
Every business thrives on credibility and trust to attract clients. So, what better way to elevate your agent’s credibility than by sharing your own powerful words?
If your real estate agent doesn’t have an online platform that allows you to post a powerful comment about how helpful they’ve been, Maggie suggests looking for a link sent to you by your agent.
“A couple of times a year, we will send out emails with a link that our clients can go on and leave their feedback or referrals.”
Other than a high-quality review, here are some other thoughtful and useful gifts you can give your real estate agent:
- Handwritten thank-you note
- Personalized coffee mug — agents are busy people and need fuel!
- Gift card to a favorite haunt or hot restaurant
- A gift basket filled with your agent’s favorite things
- Flowers to brighten up a home or office
McFarland is accustomed to receiving gift baskets and flowers, and she loves the feeling of appreciation they bring after all her hard work.
Whether you recognize it or not, the time you spend with your agent to buy or sell your home is bound to strike up lots of time for you to get to know each other. As with any gift, putting some thought into what could be the most useful for them will help make the gift more meaningful.
Traditional gifts for real estate agents
Personalized coffee mug
Who doesn’t love a good cup of coffee or tea? Real estate agents, with their jam-packed schedules and behind-the-scenes hustle, definitely do. A personalized coffee mug is a thoughtful way to add a personal touch to their favorite energy-boosting beverage while showing appreciation for all the hard work they put into selling homes.
Coffee shop gift card
If your agent isn’t always clutching a coffee mug but you often see them with a cup from their favorite cafe, a gift card is sure to be a hit — and put to good use! If you’re unsure of their go-to spot, a versatile pre-loaded gift card is a fantastic option. It’s perfect for the agent who seems to have everything or when shopping for them feels like navigating a maze.
Gift baskets and flowers
This is an especially thoughtful choice if your agent has ever pulled out a snack bar from their blazer right after your open house. And let’s be honest—who doesn’t get excited when there’s food in the office? It’s even better when it arrives right at your desk, ready to be enjoyed.
Engraved business card case
Networking is essential for any successful real estate agent. After all, your agent’s connections could be the key to finding the perfect buyer for your property, often through platforms like the MLS. Show your appreciation by elevating their networking game with a sleek, custom business card case.
Gifts for the tech-savvy agent
Portable phone charger
Real estate agents are always on the go. From open houses to private showings, to meeting with you about your current home for an inspection or to go over any issues or paperwork, the days can sometimes be long. For a busy real estate agent, an extra charge while all the go can be a lifesaver. Plus, it’s a gift they will use again and again!
Solar cell phone charger
Speaking of cell phones, a solar cell phone charger can be a great gift for real estate agents if they are ever in the position where they are locked out of a house and waiting on the owner to return. If their battery is on its last life, this gift can come in handy — especially if it’s a long wait.
iPad
An iPad can be especially useful for real estate agents. It’s the perfect technological hybrid — large enough to analyze listings and photography like on a laptop, but small enough to be easily portable.
For every real estate agent
Of course, the best way to show your real estate agent that you appreciate the value they’ve added to selling your house is to make sure other people are aware of their exceptional skills.
Testimonials, referrals, and thank you notes will go a long way with your agent, and while they may seem like the easiest or least inventive, they are the most valuable gifts you can give to your agent.
You can thank your agent with a great review on their HomeLight profile, too. A review on HomeLight may help with referrals down the road and spread the word about just how amazing your agent is. Ready to include a great review in your real estate agent’s gift? Just click “Review” on the top of their HomeLight Profile Page.
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