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Rainmaker
4,582,098
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Not afraid but it's not a lead generation activity I use.  

Mar 29, 2017 05:03 AM
Rainmaker
5,112,421
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Not afraid... but as I hate receving them, I don't make them. I'm a big believer in treating others as I like to be treated.

Mar 29, 2017 03:44 AM
Ambassador
6,417,184
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

What is there to be afraid of?

But they are a waste of time since most expect nothing but scammers to be on the phone these days.

Mar 28, 2017 02:28 PM
Ambassador
1,456,919
Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

No I am not afraid.  I see zero need for making them and annoying people.

Mar 28, 2017 02:24 PM
Ambassador
5,253,385
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

No.

Mar 28, 2017 09:16 PM
Rainer
44,373
shirley cicero
Continental West Realty - Livermore, CO
Northern Colorado Mountain Homes and Vacant Land

Absolutely not! I make a game out of it and challenge myself. How many new people can I talk to today?

Mar 28, 2017 09:08 PM
Rainmaker
1,553,094
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

Nope, I used to do them when I was desperate and ignorant i.e. new to the business. No matter what anyone says, they steal your joy eventually and working by referral is so much sweeter. I have not had to make a cold call in over 15 years, it's why I still have a soul.

Mar 28, 2017 06:53 PM
Ambassador
2,684,569
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

 No.  But I don't, because of the Golden Rule.

Mar 28, 2017 03:03 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

No, I don't like making them, and I hate receiving them!  Do unto others...A

Mar 28, 2017 02:45 PM
Rainer
2,565
Gregory C. Alkema
Integrity First Financial Group, Inc - Cape Coral, FL
Residential Mortgage Lending in Florida

No. I've never had anyone be able to punch me through the phone yet. 

Mar 28, 2017 08:54 PM
Rainmaker
142,796
Diana White-Pettis
Bennett Realty Solutions - Upper Marlboro, MD
GRI, CDPE, CNE, WHC Upper Marlboro Homes for Sale

No but I prefer to work by referrals.

Mar 28, 2017 08:48 PM
Ambassador
5,060,488
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Don't like make or receiving them!

Mar 28, 2017 08:09 PM
Rainmaker
5,026,857
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

No not afraid..just no need as I have plenty of warm calls to make.

Mar 28, 2017 07:23 PM
Rainmaker
3,988,013
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I have no fear of that but choose not to violate do not call policies. There are other ways.

Mar 28, 2017 07:17 PM
Rainmaker
564,494
Maria Sapio
Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA
Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I'm never afraid to speak with people - but I think 'cold calling' is rude and invasive...

Mar 28, 2017 02:30 PM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

Not afraid, just not interested. 

Mar 28, 2017 08:17 PM
Rainer
321,564
Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

Not afraid, but I don't make cold calls. 

Mar 28, 2017 07:33 PM
Rainmaker
1,624,653
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I would not say ''afraid'' but i do avoid making cold calls. 

There is nothing wrong with that, I just personally do not like cold calls or cold texts and never found any value in the services that were offered. 

Mar 28, 2017 06:47 PM
Rainmaker
2,191,738
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

No, But I don't enjoy telemarketing

Mar 28, 2017 06:19 PM
Rainer
259,055
Mick Michaud
Distinctly Texas Lifestyle Properties, LLC Office:682/498-3107 - Granbury, TX
Your Texas Lifestyle is Here!

I've done a lot in the past when we didn't have the internet and email.  Why bother?  It's also illegal if they're on the DNC list. 

Mar 28, 2017 03:42 PM
Rainmaker
1,728,156
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Only until I change my diapers

Mar 28, 2017 03:42 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,308
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

No...I do a few every now and then

Mar 28, 2017 02:53 PM
Rainmaker
991,252
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

I do it many times a day - so no

Mar 29, 2017 07:02 AM
Rainmaker
2,221,377
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Not at all

Mar 29, 2017 05:37 AM
Rainmaker
3,627,072
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

No sir, not at all

Mar 29, 2017 03:59 AM
Rainmaker
1,390,113
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

I'm afraid of anything that wastes the little discretionary time I have.

Mar 29, 2017 03:26 AM
Ambassador
2,456,384
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

No, I'm not afraid to make cold calls, but don't like to. I don't like to get them and I don't like to give them.

Mar 29, 2017 02:59 AM
Rainmaker
956,152
Pete Xavier
Investments to Luxury - Pacific Palisades, CA
Outstanding Agent Referrals-Nationwide

No, I do believe in strategic cold calling. Strategic cold calling still works when done right.

 

Mar 29, 2017 12:56 AM
Rainmaker
979,596
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

John - What Susan Emo said.

Mar 28, 2017 11:31 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,773
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

John Peak - how do you know that about me?

Mar 28, 2017 10:45 PM
Rainmaker
4,175,906
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

John Peak No, sometimes can be discouraging.

Mar 28, 2017 05:36 PM
Rainmaker
787,665
Abby Stiller
TOP SELLING REALTY - Cape Coral, FL
SW Florida (239) 284-8637

No, and I do it once in a while.

Mar 28, 2017 03:20 PM
Rainmaker
2,784,566
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

No fear....

Mar 28, 2017 03:10 PM
Rainmaker
5,238,979
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

No, in the past very easy. Now, not necessary!

Mar 28, 2017 02:56 PM
Ambassador
3,349,369
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Afraid?  No. I just don't do it because I hate (very strong language there) getting cold calls with people selling me crap or begging for donations. 

Mar 29, 2017 10:02 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

"Oh God! Someone might say "BOO" and I'll have a breakdown and my self-esteem will be shattered and I have to run to momma for comfort!"

The question that really needs to be asked is, "Are cold calls profitable for a real estate agent?"

The answer to that is an overwhelming YES! However, profitable, has many measures directly related to intent.

Another question that may be asked is "Are responses regarding such a question simply efforts of avoiding shame?"

OF course none of us are AFRAID to make cold calls. Most don't see the point of doing so for them and have developed alternative methods.

Those who have been in business 6 years or longer derive 70% of their business from referrals. They long ago forgot how they got started.

 

 

Mar 29, 2017 07:49 AM
Rainmaker
902,038
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

Nope; only the first one is a little tough; gets easier.

Mar 29, 2017 07:18 AM
Rainmaker
4,900,966
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

If you are you best chose another profession.

Mar 29, 2017 06:42 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

It sends chills up my spine!! 

Mar 29, 2017 06:13 AM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

NO make the call

Mar 29, 2017 06:09 AM
Rainmaker
7,862,651
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

No. However, this is not my favorite activity.

Mar 29, 2017 05:24 AM
Rainmaker
4,272,934
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Not really!

Mar 28, 2017 09:52 PM
Rainmaker
1,045,440
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

No not afraid of cold calls... I will call expireds and FSBO's but not all the time

Mar 16, 2018 10:44 AM
Rainmaker
4,960,376
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Not a big fan of it.

 

Mar 30, 2017 12:33 PM
Rainmaker
599,734
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

No, but I find them to be a waste of time. Instead of throwing yourself at everyone and seeing what sticks, try smart, targeted marketing.

Mar 30, 2017 06:01 AM
Rainmaker
817,153
Paul Antonelli
Antonelli Realty - Saint Cloud, FL
Broker Owner; Antonelli Realty

Yes, that $11K fine scares me

Mar 30, 2017 03:02 AM
Rainmaker
1,506,013
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

No, just don't like it.  Did it a long time ago and didn't care for it.  Prefer other forms of marketing.

Mar 29, 2017 03:00 PM
Rainer
46,619
Karen Graves
Artistic Home Staging - Edmond, OK
Certified Home Stager/ReDesigner in the OKC area

I don't like to make cold calls, however, I will sometimes call an agent or an office manager to introduce myself.   I usually do this a day or two after I have dropped off flyers and cards along with treats of some sort at the office.  I never take more than a few minutes of their time-and I don't "sell" my services.  I just let them know I am available if they want to discuss staging and I let them know I am willing to answer any questions they have.   Short, sweet and not obtrusive!

 

Mar 29, 2017 02:45 PM
Rainmaker
1,466,257
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

John Peak With all the scammers out there and the Do Not Call Registry, it's not very productive.

Mar 29, 2017 10:00 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,132
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

No, not afraid, but I don't like to do them because it's rude.

Mar 29, 2017 06:13 AM