Total Expert Email Content

(Automated/Manual)

New and updated ready-to-send email templates – available now in Total Expert (manual or automated as noted):

Purchase Milestone Emails

(Automated)

We’ve refreshed the copy on these emails and added a visual progress tracker – think pizza tracker, but for your client’s loan. Helps set expectations, improves clarity, and enhances the borrower’s experience.  Click links below to view the updated emails in Total Expert. 

Buy Before You Sell Program Powered by Flexcap

(Manual)

The email, flyer, and social posts showcase Highlands’ exclusive Buy Before You Sell Program, designed to eliminate home sale contingencies and help clients move forward with confidence. It walks through the process from cash offer to close.

Click here to access the email template.

Click below to access the social posts:
Buy Before You Sell
You Found Your Dream Home, But Your Old One Hasn’t Sold Yet
Buy Your New Home Before Selling Your Current One?

Click here to access the flyer.

I’m Available This Weekend Email

(Manual or Automated)

A quick, friendly message that tells agents you’re available for weekend showings, pre-quals, and fast answers. Reinforces your reliability and builds stronger agent partnerships.

Click here to send manually or let us know if you’d like it automated.

Area Median Income Limit 2025 Email

(Manual)

Updated with 2025 AMI limits. Great for reconnecting with buyers who may now qualify for HomeReady® and Home Possible®.

Click here to access.

USDA Financing for Existing Manufactured Homes

(Manual)

Highlands now offers USDA loans for existing manufactured homes – no down payment required. Two email versions are available:

Click here to access the client-facing version.

Click here to access the real estate agent-facing version.

Total Expert How-To Videos

Short, helpful how-to videos designed to help you and your partners use Total Expert more effectively:

How to Integrate Your Social Media Accounts

This two-minute video walks you through linking Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn in just a few clicks.

How to Schedule a Social Post

Want to plan your content ahead of time? Learn how to schedule posts in Total Expert so your marketing runs on autopilot – even when you’re busy closing loans.

Featured Loan Officer Content

Looking for fresh, high-impact content to stay in front of your clients and referral partners?
This month’s lineup includes co-branded marketing, state-specific loan programs, and a new video feature to make your social media stand out. Here’s what’s available:

Co-branded Summer Postcards

Fun, seasonal postcard designs—think July 4th, summer cocktails, and backyard BBQs—ready to be co-branded with your info.

Washington State Covenant Homeownership Program Flyer

This flyer highlights a new program supporting homeownership for underserved communities in Washington. It’s a great tool to share with potential borrowers and referral partners.

Click here to access.

Have a similar program in your state? We’re happy to help you create a customized flyer.

New Plug-In Video Feature

We can now add animated captions to your videos—great for social!

Have a video you want us to enhance, or want help creating one from scratch? Reach out!

Total Expert Social Media Content

July social graphics are now live and ready to post!

What's New

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest marketing tools, insights, and resources!  Explore exciting new updates designed to elevate your marketing strategy.

What’s New: Engage SMS is Here

Text messaging just got an upgrade! The new Engage SMS feature in Total Expert transforms one-way updates into two-way real-time conversations—with both desktop and mobile access.

What’s New:
  • Chat directly from desktop or mobile
  • View full message history
  • SMS can now be added to Journeys
  • Get in-app alerts for replies (once you’ve downloaded the mobile app)

This upgrade is now live for current SMS users, with a full company-wide rollout starting this week. To access this tool, training is required.

Mandatory Training: What You Need to Know​

To ensure proper usage and compliance, you must attend one live training session to gain access to Engage SMS.

  • We’re offering two 30-minute sessions per day for three consecutive days to accommodate all time zones and schedules—just choose the time that works best for you.
  • Access will only be granted to licensed users who attend a training. (LOAs must impersonate the LO account when sending messages on their behalf.)
  • Be sure to download the Total Expert mobile app ahead of time so you can follow along during the session.
Training Schedule & Registration

Date

Registration Link

Tuesday, July 8

8:30AM CT Training: Click Here
10:30AM CT Training: Click Here

Wednesday, July 9

8:30AM CT Training: Click Here
10:30AM CT Training: Click Here

Thursday, July 10

8:30AM CT  Training: Click Here
10:30AM CT Training: Click Here 

New Expert Content: OB-Integrated Flyers

Want to create polished, pricing-driven marketing in minutes? Check out the 8 new Expert Content flyers powered by your Optimal Blue pricing engine. These customizable templates are built right into Total Expert for a faster, smarter way to create rate-based marketing.

New Dynamic Listing & Open House Flyers

New property listing? Open house this weekend? Total Expert now includes 12 new Listing flyers. Both flexible templates that pull directly from MLS data and fillable versions allowing room for personal touches.

These are NOT pricing engine integrated, but they’re easy to customize and ideal for quick marketing updates on your active listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I order Highlands swag?

We’re transitioning swag vendors and plan to launch a new pop-up store in July!  If you need to order swag items immediately, you can reach out to PromoGiftsLLC.com and 4imprint.com.  Both vendors offer rush options!

You can always access Total Expert directly from the Marketing page on the HUB – just click here to log in.

We use Single Sign-On (SSO) for an added layer of security. This means your login is tied to your Highlands credentials, helping protect your account and customer data.

Pro tip: Once you log in, be sure to bookmark your Total Expert account page. That way, you can skip the HUB next time and access your dashboard quickly and securely.

Yes! You can place your business card order directly through our vendor, Einstein Printing. We’ve recently updated designs to include QR code options.  Click here to get started.

Every Brand Has an Audience

Part of the “Level Up Your Brand” Series

Every brand is crafted to forge a powerful connection with your target audience, be it customers or real estate agents. It’s not about what you prefer but about catering to their preferences. To mold your brand effectively, understanding your ideal customer or business partner is crucial.

To assist in identifying your ideal clients or business partners, consider this exercise, complete with sample questions. Customize these questions as needed. A creative approach is to envision your ideal client or business partner as a real person. Assign them a name and, as you answer the questions, imagine their physical appearance, age, and other characteristics. For instance, in the example below, we introduce Alex and Sara as our ideal clients, and Jenna as our ideal real estate agent.

  • What are their ages?
  • What do they do for fun?
  • What do they do for work?
  • Where do they like to shop?
  • How much do they make?
  • What do they like to do in your area?
  • How old is she? 
  • What is she interested in?
  • What online platforms does she use?
  • What events does she like to attend?
  • What’s important to her and her values?
  • In what areas does she mostly do business? 

Originators possess an existing audience; however, the objective is to refine your brand and focus your marketing initiatives. This strategy offers guidance on your communication style, content themes, platform choices, and overall plan.

While it’s not guaranteed that every effort will attract standout clients like Alex, Sara, or Jenna, remember that as long as you’re engaging with clients in the blue circles, you’re on the right path.