Phil,
The Mailing List thread you pulled up was exactly for this purpose, I started it to find a way to target renters. The newsletter idea I've had for some time and would still like to get that going to promote my Real Estate business as well as other side projects. BTW, I created a list from MLS and mailed 1,000 postcards some time back with no results - my broker does something similar but with WAY higher numbers so he does pull in a lead or two. I think both of those threads I started are ideas that still have merit as far as generating leads.

I like what Sandi suggested also, I found a Toastmasters group near me and will likely be attending a meeting Wednesday. Also looking into other social networking ideas.

Michael had the perfect question:
This was an opportunity that fell into my lap when a friend offered to give me leads if I would get licensed. It's been rough now for some time, so he's struggling to get enough leads for himself (with a very one dimensional marketing scheme - direct mail only).

Why do I want to pursue it?
• Much higher income opportunity
• I actually enjoy driving people around and showing homes
• For all practical purposes, I'd be self-employed
• And I really do believe that owning is much better than renting (equity, tax breaks, stability and freedom)

Thanks again for all of your input. I'll be doing all I can to meet people, market, promote myself starting immediately. And I'm posting Gordon's quote in my office for motivation!

Todd Smith
http://www.homebargainsaz.com