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Annelle Tubb (Complete Home Inspections, Inc.)

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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Lunch is a great idea, but who has time for that. When I can do lunch, you won't be available. So let's forgo lunch and let's talk about BUSINESS. This after all is a business, not a hobby.

Of course I recognize lunch is a good strategy when you want the other party to shut up so you can make your presentation.

Short of stuffing my email with HUNDREDS of referrals (don't we all wish) I want to know how you can move mountains for me, how you can help MY business.

Let me give you an example. You will find on my ACTIVE RAIN blogs a few titled CIS Score or Market In A Minute reports. Without hesitation you will know this level of market knowledge will convey a very specific benefit to a very targeted reader.  Imagine if your name and company appeared as an affiliate who has provided the local reality to the critical data behind the algorithm. Of course, for that to occur, you must provide the information. 

Most agents will not require such in depth support. For them, life expectancy charts, replacement cost guides, care and maintenance guides specific to the locale may be all that is needed.

So, how would you suggest an agent use information you have readily available to GROW the agents business?  This is what I want my mind and business to feed upon, NOT a cheese danish at Panera Bread.

My door would be held WIDE OPEN to a marketer who began, "Annette, I read your AR blog regarding the CIS Score for Powder Ridge, I would love to talk with you about that report and a inspired concept I know you will love."

Be prepared to call and leave a message. With over 400 emails a day I suggest you not rely on that media, unless you can write a KILLER subject line.

Jan 05, 2015 10:24 PM
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Shannon Milligan, Richmond VA Real Estate Agent/Associate Broker
RVA Home Team - Richmond, VA
RVA Home Team - Winning with Integrity.

I love lunches, but more than that I love coming into my office and finding a little jar of snack mix or cookies or something. I know they went out of there way without trying to sell me. It makes an impression. 

Jan 05, 2015 03:48 AM
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Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

The best way to make me interested is actually to work with me together. Clients often bring vendors who I really like and use again.

 

Jan 10, 2015 04:20 PM
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RVA HomePRO Michael Hottman
RVA HomePRO Realtor with Keller Williams serving Hanover, Henrico, Chesterfiled and Richmond, Virginia - Glen Allen, VA
Helping you achieve goals in life & real estate

lunch helps, as do referrals from vendors. Often with vendors it feels like a one way street.

Jan 05, 2015 12:06 PM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I like vendors who are willing to co-sponsor events such as broker opens.

Jan 05, 2015 06:25 AM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Annelle,

Lunch is always good, and I recommend a drawing of some sort.  Lunch for two at the latest restaurant or something of that natue.  A

Jan 05, 2015 03:21 AM
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Bill Dandridge
MKB, Realtors - Roanoke, VA
GREEN, ABR, GRI, EcoBroker

Getting invited to lunch is a sure winner for me!

Jan 05, 2015 12:12 AM
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Dipti Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
On a team with Praful Thakkar

Networking.

May 17, 2018 10:45 PM
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Ajay Pandya
e-Merge Real Estate Unlimited - Columbus, OH
Realtor Ajay Pandya

Phone calls and Internet.

Jan 08, 2018 04:20 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

We have a lot of events at our office and they do buy a lot of lunches, as well as drop off office supplies from time to time.

Oct 31, 2017 09:44 PM
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Annelle, networking lunch works the best.

Aug 12, 2017 11:16 PM
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Annelle Tubb
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Thank you everyone for your input.  It seems each person has their own preference  as to how they would like to be contacted!  

Jan 05, 2015 11:34 PM
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I prefer a quick office visit with some material about their present offerings. (And a little chocolate doesn't hurt either!   )

Jan 05, 2015 08:54 AM
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I think it takes a variety. I would say of all the things you mentioned I would leave off the phone call unless you are extending a personal invitation. Emails and newsletters are a soft contact that I like.

Jan 05, 2015 08:20 AM