Where are you searching for referrals? Do you have any other markets available to you? Could you possibly be walking past potential business while locked into gaining favor with realtors? One thing I know for sure, referrals can be gained in all situations. Identify some centers of influence to help make inroads. Start with family and friends.
Realtors sell homes that are built by tradesmen. Have you ever had to use a plumber, electrician, or roofer? They know some of the movers and shakers in realty companies; they do some of their repairs. Talk to them. Play the numbers game. You do not have to write everybody, but you need to get referrals at all times when in this business. Ask enough, and you will contact someone to get you in the door! Don't pass business along the way, write it ALL if you can! Good luck!
Realtors sell homes that are built by tradesmen. Have you ever had to use a plumber, electrician, or roofer? They know some of the movers and shakers in realty companies; they do some of their repairs. Talk to them. Play the numbers game. You do not have to write everybody, but you need to get referrals at all times when in this business. Ask enough, and you will contact someone to get you in the door! Don't pass business along the way, write it ALL if you can! Good luck!
