Referrals
September 16th, 2009 Categories: Arlington Dirt, Falls Church Dirt, Home Buying, Home Selling, McLean Dirt, Reston Dirt
Simple concept… If you like someone’s haircut, you ask them where they had it cut… right?
If you like someone’s landscaping, you ask them if they would share the name of their architect… right?
If you need a new house cleaner, lawn service, nanny, etc… you start asking around – to get a REFERRAL!
Did you know that 78% of consumers trust peer recommendations (as reported in this super cool video chock full of social media statistics) It goes on to say that only 14% trust advertisements. What does that say? Referrals (or peer recommendations) are becoming ever more important in our business world today.
So, why should your experiences in real estate be any different? I would contend that they are actually one of the most important referrals you could ever give or receive. It’s quite possibly the single largest purchase you will make (until you sell and move) and you need a highly qualified person guiding you, who you will work well with (that’s a lot of w’s!). Be certain, it’s not just the referral, they then need to earn your business, but peer recommendations for that initial list is the absolute best place to start!
Since I don’t know many of my readers, I’ll share with you a recent email I received from a client who just sold and bought this summer:
Jennifer,
Our recent move should have been a stressful time in our life given the circumstances of our Family and the economy. We needed to upgrade in preparation for our new baby and the timing was difficult because of the turbulent economy and housing market. Through your guidance we were able to find a house that we absolutely love, and sell our old house for a fair price. You were very understanding and considerate of the difficulties involved with showing our house with a toddler and a large dog. You worked with us like a friend would, and we are very appreciative of that. You thoughtfully and promptly dealt with any issue or question we had no matter how small or large it was. We always felt like we were your only client even thought in reality I know you were very busy. We look forward to working with you in the future and we will certainly be in touch. Thank you!
- Travis, Miriam, and Keegan Smith
Now what do you think of that? I will tell you it made me smile!
So don’t keep secrets – share your referrals, share your success stores, share your good experiences! I for one will be eternally grateful!
Happy Wednesday
Jennifer
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