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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Realty Concierge International MA #9535680 RI#REB0019277

Yesterday, a client called to let me know they had a referral for me.

It’s always a win when someone sends a potential client your way. After chatting with them, I learned the referral was in an area over an hour and a half away, in a market I wasn’t familiar with. I knew I wouldn’t be the best REALTOR for the job, but I already had an alternative solution in mind.

I let my client know that I have a referral network I can tap into if I might not be the best fit for a referral. I told him I could still help match the referral with a great agent who would take good care of them.

I reached out to my trusted REALTOR professional in that area, and together we established a successful referral agreement. The match has been made! 

What is a Real Estate Referral Agent?

A referral agent is a licensed real estate professional who plays a matchmaker between homebuyers and the most qualified agents to help them. Think of them as the dating app of the real estate world, connecting people with their perfect match.

When clients need help outside an agent’s area or expertise, connecting them with another REALTOR helps meet their needs and earns the referrer compensation.

Referral agents support their clients, grow their networks, and ensure quality service—even when they’re not directly involved in the transaction. Being proactive in making referrals benefits everyone and strengthens their business reputation.

Whether someone is looking to buy a second home, investment property, or planning to relocate out of state or even abroad, I can help connect them with a qualified agent for the job.  Call me for all your real estate needs! If I’m not able to assist, I’ll make sure to connect you with the right person who can.

 

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Kelly McGovern, Broker/Owner

Realty Concierge International
Mobile: (508) 331-7158
eFax: (877) 491-3766
Email: Info@KellyMcGovern.Realtor
Website: http://www.RealtyConcierge.Realtor
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Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing Kelly!!! Great advice for realtors that accept a referral far away!!!

I let my client know that I have a referral network I can tap into if I might not be the best fit for a referral. I told him I could still help match the referral with a great agent who would take good care of them. I reached out to my trusted REALTOR professional in that area, and together we established a successful referral agreement. The match has been made! 

Feb 07, 2026 06:09 AM
Kelly McGovern

Thanks Sham Reddy CRS. It’s a greatway of keeping everyone in your sphere calling you for all things real estate related! 

Feb 07, 2026 06:25 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I stay in my area. I get so many Florida referrals that are hours away from me. I just do my best to get them a name that will be a good fit. 

Feb 07, 2026 06:48 AM
Kelly McGovern

That's great supplemental income Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty !

Feb 07, 2026 08:17 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

 Great information. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your Superbowl weekend! Are you watching for one of the two teams, just the game in general for the commercials? Bill 🏈 #ChandlerRealtor #GoPatriots 

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Feb 07, 2026 08:51 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

 Great information. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your Superbowl weekend! Are you watching for one of the two teams, just the game in general for the commercials? Bill 🏈 #ChandlerRealtor #GoPatriots 

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Feb 07, 2026 08:52 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Kelly and I just got a referral on Thursday from a agent in Fla. but the client is moving from another country and wants to live in Colorado.  I maybe can help them or have to refer them out also.

 

Feb 07, 2026 09:19 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

I've given and received countless referrals over the years.  I always thought of business as building relationships for life.....and they keep coming back and referring other to us.  Retired now and I still connect with many of them.  In fact some will be here tomorrow for Super Bowl party..  Enjoy your weekend Kelly!

 

Featured in BananaTUDES!

 

Feb 07, 2026 10:16 AM
Kelly McGovern

Same to you, Anna "Banana" Kruchten 

Feb 07, 2026 12:34 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kelly McGovern very wise to put your clients' needs before a paycheck, and knowing when to turning them over to someone else.

Feb 07, 2026 01:52 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Kelly, over the years, I have received and given MANY referrals, and it is true, it is like being a matchmaker.    You need to get an agent that will cater to the buyer's needs and expectations.

Feb 07, 2026 03:12 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love it when people trust me enough with a referral, and also will trust me enough to refer them to someone else when the prospective client isn't in an area that I service!

Feb 08, 2026 05:22 AM
Kelly McGovern

It’s a sign of trust in your work—a truly great compliment! Brian England 

Feb 08, 2026 08:54 AM
John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

You could have taken on the client, Kelly McGovern, but you wanted the client to have the best experience and the best results so you referred the client to a local agent in the area of interest for the client.

Good for you!

Feb 08, 2026 10:07 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

You got it Kelly! Always love those REALTORS that are a match maker of a home with a client and also those who refer out of area clients. Worth a box of chocolates at the very least not to mention a referral fee.

Feb 14, 2026 12:20 PM
Patricia Feager
Referral Specialist - DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Kelly McGovern - Referrals are the lifeline for real estate agents. Love the graphic you created and the most of all, the message with explanation for what it means. Playing match maker is an important duty because you serve the person who sent you the referral and the referring agent is in the best interest of the clients.

You are truly appreciated for your services, and your clients know it too! Here on AR, I hope you get many referrals too. 

Feb 14, 2026 04:58 PM