Results of poll...

Awhile ago, I asked people to vote on their favoured method of compensation when it comes to a referral program. Options included: tickets to a hockey game, cash, steak dinner, gift certificates, or even something else. The vote was nearly unanimous. People want hockey tickets. Now, I know I haven't started to do any buying or selling of real estate, but this gives me a good start to know what I need to do to get the word out.

This is what I am thinking. If you come to me and buy or sell a property, you'll obviously get some tickets. If you refer me to a friend that leads to a real estate transaction, I will get some more tickets for you. Therefore, you don't even need to buy a house to get some tickets. Now, I'll make sure they are good tickets. My clients will not be sitting in the nose bleeds. I am going to make the extra effort to ensure that my clients are completely satisfied. Hopefully, they will be completely satisfied in working with me achieving their real estate goals, and the hockey tickets will serve as the cherry on top.

Again, this is likely very dependent on where I end up working, but this is what I want to do for my clients. I'm not sure what to do for some of the non-hockey fans out there...

PS. I'm not ready to comment on the previous post just yet. I need a new roommate though, so if you know anyone please drop me a line.

New poll... reward program!

Ok. If you're reading this on facebook, I'd like you to take a moment to visit featherslam.blogspot.com. On this website, I have included a new poll asking visitors their preferred compensation in a referral reward program. I'd like for you to go and vote. It will give me an indication to what might motivate people to use word-of-mouth to help me out in my little real estate venture.

Why a referral program? Well, real estate is all about relationships and my network is only so big. In order for me to be a successful real estate agent, I believe that I need to do two things. First, get the word out. Second, work hard to gain the knowledge and trust that is needed to deliver to my clients.

What kind of people am I looking for? Pretty much anyone that is looking to get involved in real estate, either buying or selling. If you're a buyer, I'm free. I do not charge any fees to help you look for a property. I earn a commission only when I help you purchase a home. The money that I am paid comes from the seller's proceeds, so I can help you choose the right home at no cost to the buyer. Nothing! Therefore, if you're referring a buyer to me, I will compensate you if I am able to make a sale. It's a pretty good deal. You get a reward and it does not cost your friends a dime.