February Publisher’s Note

WRITTEN BY AREA DIRECTOR & OWNER, KELLY KILMER

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2022 REAL PRODUCERS ROSTER.

We are so proud of your 2021 achievements! A huge welcome to everyone who is returning, as well as those who are new to the list! We would, first, like to answer some important "frequently asked questions" about this publication.

Q: WHO RECEIVES THIS MAGAZINE?
A: The top 500 agents in the Greater Tulsa Association of REALTORS® MLS receive this publication. As we do every year, we pulled this year's MLS numbers (by volume) from January 1, 2021- December 31, 2021, in the Tulsa Metro area. Commercial production is removed, as well as sales outside of the Tulsa Metro. We cut the list off at number 500, and the distribution list is born. The list will reset every January and continue to update annually.

Q: WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR BEING FEATURED IN THIS MAGAZINE?
A: It’s really simple – every feature you see has first been nominated. You can nominate other REALTORS®, affiliates, brokers, owners, or even yourself! Office leaders can also nominate REALTORS®. We will consider anyone brought to our attention and we need your help to identify REALTORS® within this community that have inspiring and unique stories. To nominate someone within this top-producing community, visit our website at www.tulsarealproducers.com/nominate.

Q: WHAT DOES IT COST A REALTOR®/TEAM TO BE FEATURED?
A: Absolutely nothing. Zero, zilch, zippo, nada, nil. It costs nothing, my friends, so nominate away! We are not a pay-to-play model. We share real stories of REAL Producers and the agents never pay anything. We realize this is a change from the norm for agents and a welcome one at that!

Q: WHO ARE THE PREFERRED PARTNERS/AFFILIATES/SPONSORS?
A: Anyone listed as a “preferred partner” or "sponsor" in the front of the magazine is a part of this community. They will have an ad in every issue of the magazine, attend our events, and be a part of our online community. We don’t just find these businesses off the street. One, or many, of you have recommended every single preferred partner you see in this publication. We won’t even meet with a business that has not been vetted by one of you and “stamped for approval,” in a sense. Our goal is to create a powerhouse network, not only for the best REALTORS® in the area but the best affiliates, as well, so we can grow stronger together.

Q: HOW CAN I RECOMMEND A PREFERRED PARTNER?
A: If you have a recommendation for a local business that works with top REALTORS®, please let us know by sending an email to kelly.kilmer@realproducersmag.com or visiting our website at www.tulsarealproducers.com/contact.

Q: IS THIS JUST A MAGAZINE OR WHAT?

A: No! REAL Producers is a community group, a movement, and more. We like to think of it in four main components:

1) Print magazine distribution that includes exclusive stories and business contacts,

2) Networking events that are exclusive to the top 500 and our preferred partners.

3) Social media exposure that elevates your brand and presence, and

4) Our website, which you can find at www.tulsarealproducers.com.

Thank you for allowing me to be your 2022 Tulsa REAL Producers Area Director. Welcome to the REAL Producers community!