Build your business with Ons Soort Makelaars

Find your first clients as an independent estate agent

Finding your first clients starts with trust. People need to understand who you help, how you work and how to reach you. Use this plan to organise your client acquisition.

Tell your network what you do

Identify existing contacts where a conversation is appropriate. Explain your region, clients and how an introduction works. Listen to their housing questions.

Record conversations and agreed next steps. A relevant follow-up is more useful than repeatedly sending a generic message.

Show your local knowledge

Create a clear agent profile and answer questions clients actually ask. Share practical preparation for a sale or useful neighbourhood information, supported by your experience and reliable facts.

Keep your website, presentations and conversations consistent. OSM provides a shared brand and tools for brochures, quotes and communication. Discuss marketing support for your area.

Your checklist

  • Choose an audience and region.
  • Schedule conversations and follow-up weekly.
  • Answer a real client question.
  • Ask for honest feedback after providing a service.

Measure useful conversations and service quality

Record the source of each enquiry, whether a conversation happens and the next action. Reach alone does not show whether you attract suitable instructions.

Review and improve your approach. Lead-generation support is not a guarantee of assignments; your work, region, service and follow-up all matter.

Frequently asked questions

Does OSM guarantee clients?

We do not promise a fixed number of clients or instructions. We discuss support and your own role in local acquisition.

Which tools help with follow-up?

The OSM platform includes leads and planning. Request a demonstration to explore how they fit your work.

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