Inviting Nearby Businesses
We recommend an email and following-up with a phone call or in-person visit.
"Hi [NAME],
I’m hosting a free event right down the street from you at [VENUE] and wanted to extend the invite to you and your employees! On [DATE], I’m teaching my How To Buy A House Class at [TIME] and I’ll have [FOOD & DRINK]. This class takes place all over the country and I’m the local representative for [CITY]! I’ll be covering the home-buying process from start to finish & answering questions in a fun & pressure-free environment. Everyone is welcome, even if they're years away from buying. I’d love to see you there! You can find more information and sign up here. (INSERT LINK)
(Option 1)
Lastly, I’d be happy to give [THEIR BUSINESS] a shoutout during class if you’d be willing to help me get the word out! Are you open to posting a flier or including the event in your next email newsletter? Please let me know. (ATTACH ONE-SHEET FLIER)
(Option 2)
Lastly, I’ll be hosting this class all over [CITY] for the months to come and I’d love to partner with your space! Please let me know if you’d be interested in hosting a class [AS AN EMPLOYEE BENEFIT OR TO BRING NEW EYES ONTO YOUR BUSINESS]. (ATTACH ONE-SHEET FLIER)
Best,
[NAME]"
Phone Call or In-Person
"Hi! I emailed but wanted to follow-up. I'm hosting a free home-buying class at [VENUE] on [DATE] and wanted to extend the invite. This class happens all over the country and I'm the [CITY] representative. It's free and open to everyone, even if they're not actively ready to buy. It's fun and pressure free, kind of like a happy hour, I'd love to have you and your team there!"