Use Website Banners to Highlight Listings, Events, and Important Updates

Website Banners give you a simple way to highlight important messages directly on your website. Whether you are promoting an open house, sharing a local event, or announcing a special offer, banners help you capture attention at the top of the page and drive engagement. Used strategically, they can guide visitors toward taking action and help you create more opportunities with your leads.

Table of Contents

• What is the Website Banner Feature?

• When to Use Website Banners

• Step 1: How to Create a Banner

• Step 2: How to Add a Banner to a Page

• Banner Design Customization

• Best Practices for Higher Engagement

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Need Help?

• Related Articles

What is the Website Banner Feature?

The Website Banner feature allows you to add a large, attention-grabbing message to the top of any page on your Real Geeks website. This banner can include a message, a call to action, and a link that directs visitors to take the next step.

Banners are commonly used to promote time-sensitive or high-value content, helping you guide visitors toward specific actions while they are actively browsing your site.

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When to Use Website Banners

Website Banners are most effective when used to highlight relevant and timely information.

Common use cases include:

• Open house announcements

• Local events or community updates

• Special offers or promotions

• Holiday messages

• New listings or featured properties

For best results, match your banner message to the page content. For example, if you have an Austin area page, you can promote an Austin open house to keep the experience relevant and increase engagement. Adding a banner to your homepage is a great way to reach a broader audience.

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Step 1: How to Create a Banner

1. Open your Website Editor by adding /admin to your website URL (example: www.yourwebsite.com/admin)

2. Under Sitewide Elements, click Banners
   
   
   

3. Click Add Banner
   
   
   

4. Update the Banner details and URL
   
   

   • Enter a Name for internal use only

   • Enter your Message to promote your offer or announcement

   • Enter the URL where visitors will be directed

   • Add a Call to Action that encourages clicks

5. Click Save

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Step 2: How to Add a Banner to a Page

1. In the Website Editor, open the page you want to edit

2. Go to Sidebar/Footer/Banner Options and click Show

3. Click the Custom Banner dropdown and select your banner
   
   

4. Click Save to apply the banner to the page

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Banner Design Customization

Banners automatically match your website’s color palette for a consistent look.

Agents using the Miranda, Miranda-Thin, or Molly templates can further customize banner colors. Learn more about the design template options here.

To customize banner design (Miranda, Miranda-Thin, or Molly templates):

1. In your Website Editor, click Edit Design
   
   
   

2. Under Advanced Options, click Banner Content
   
   
   

3. Choose colors for Text, Hover, and Background

4. Click Save

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Best Practices for Higher Engagement

Use these strategies to get the most out of your Website Banners:

• Keep your message clear and action-focused

• Use strong call-to-action text like "View Homes" or "See Open House"

• Match your banner to the page content for relevance

• Promote time-sensitive opportunities to create urgency

• Link to high-value pages such as property searches or event details

A well-placed banner helps you guide visitors toward meaningful actions while they are already engaged with your site.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I add a banner to multiple pages?
  Each banner is assigned to one page at a time, but you can create multiple banners for different pages.

• Can I link a banner to an external website?
  Yes, you can direct users to any internal or external URL.

• Will the banner match my website design?
  Yes, banners follow your website’s color palette automatically.

• Can I customize banner colors?
  Customization is available on Miranda, Miranda-Thin, and Molly templates.

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Need Help?

• Call us at 844-311-4969 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–8 PM CST)
• Email support@realgeeks.com
• View our Live Events page for free coaching and training.
• Join the Real Geeks Mastermind Group on Facebook for peer tips and best practices

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