Two years ago, right before the market took a downward turn here in my new market, I set up a new office, ready to sell, sell sell.  I mean in my Florida market , I was pretty good, well I was kicking butt for almost 20 years.  So I set out to begin again, all over. What I found is its not that easy in a smaller market.  Small communities, a mean other agents, don't really take to well to a city slicker coming in.

SO what's a big city girl to do?  The sad part here for me is, I have a lot of expereince as a trainer and educator in real estate and I would love to share.  I come from a place where sharing , just like on AR is awesome. I think I am where I am today because of all of the agents who were willing to share all with me 20 years ago. I know what I read on AR has given me some great insights and tips and tricks as well.

I have held some open houses with great food so I can meet other agents as well as show my properties.  I haven't had any problems getting listings . Could that be the problem?  Hmmm, I wonder. I have tried to join some of the board activites but guess they have too many..hmmm.  I have met several great agents who I enjoy working with and hope to break into this tight knit group. Anyway anyone have any suggestions for me.

 

 

12 Comments on Starting over in a new market, what was I thinking?

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Well hang in there.  I am an agent in a small community and I started over 4 years ago, it took me a while to get my foot in the door and we are a tight knit group, but a hard working agent will always win in the end.  I have done very well at breaking the ice.  I use to work in accounting in a face paced corporate world and it took me a little getting use to seeing how small things could really be. 

7:13pm • #1

You will make, you have seen changes in the market before.  Keep a positive attitude, and think outside the box!

7:27pm • #2
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With so many agents that come and go in this industry, maybe just time could be what will work to break the ice.

7:33pm • #3

AJ,

Here in Saint Louis, MO we have found that by joining the local Realtors Political Action Committee helps. I'm sure you'll have something similar. Good Luck.

Frank J Helderle

http://www.theroyalmove.com

7:34pm • #4

Kelly- Thanks, I know you are right but it sure gets lonely..

Carol and Patty - Yes markets change and I am hanging in there.

Frank - I love joining Realtor action groups, maybe they will take me.

7:38pm • #5

You will eventually get your foot in the door. You already have listings. That should account for something.

7:52pm • #6

I agree with everyone in that time will win them over.  As someone who has lived in NC for over 10 years and I am a bigger community here in Raleigh there is still what they say is a good old boy (or girl) network. 

Hey, until then, you always have us!

8:24pm • #7
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Hang in there AJ, it will happen! Maybe ActiveRain can be the tool to opening that market for you?  At least it would be a way to share all that knowledge!

 

PS - Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my blog. I'm here if you need anyone in Naples or Bonita Springs!

9:09am • #8

HI Garren  I will put you in my little black book...

Hi George Thanks for the pep talk...it is a different country here LOL but that is why OI love it so...

2:28pm • #9

You will win them over that is for sure and if not it sounds like you are winning over the people who pay the bills!

4:06pm • #10
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I'm considering moving to a smaller area as well in a couple of years. It's good to hear some of the challenges I'll have to face. Keep me posted and I'll be rooting for you.

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AJ,

Best of luck to you.  I moved to a small town in high school, and being an outsider it was really hard to adjust.  My best advice is just to give it some time.  Once they feel you out a little bit, they'll come around

I'm still pretty new (third year), so I'd love to hear how you run your business, and any ideas you have for building up a listing inventory.  We are at seven right now.  So if the other agents in your small town don't want you to share, I certainly do! :)

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