Just Because We’re Licensed Everywhere Doesn’t Mean We Should Be
As agents, we’re licensed to sell anywhere in the state.
But that doesn’t mean we should.
For me, it’s about competence — not coverage.
I choose to focus my business within about an hour of home. Why?
Because being a true local expert means more than knowing the zip code.
I want to know:
- Which roads are under construction
- Which neighborhoods are growing
- Which new coffee shops are opening
- And which schools or amenities are changing
All of those details affect a client’s decision, and they matter.
What Happens When a Client Moves Outside My Area
Sometimes I meet clients who are moving farther away, and while I may not personally serve that market, it doesn’t mean I stop helping.
In those moments, I lean on my trusted referral network — agents I know personally across the country (and even around the world) who share the same standards, ethics, and heart for service that I do.
So if you’re looking to make a move, whether it’s across town or across the country, call me first. I’ll connect you with someone I trust to care for you just like I would.
The Real Lesson — Expertise Is Earned, Not Claimed
1. Local Knowledge Matters
You can’t Google street-level insight. True market awareness comes from living, working, and staying connected in the communities that you serve.
2. Saying “No” Can Be the Most Professional Answer
Turning away a client in an unfamiliar area isn’t rejection, it’s respect.
3. Referrals Protect Your Reputation (and Your Clients)
When you hand off a client to someone who shares your values, you’re expanding trust, not losing business.
Client Testimonial
“Grateful for Ashley in her help selling our first home and purchasing a new build! Amidst being 40 weeks pregnant and then maneuvering decisions with a newborn, Ashley made the process simple and helped ease our uncertainties and negotiate the sale with several moving pieces! I am grateful for her friendship, her willingness to answer all questions and lead with clarity, at all hours of the day! Ashley is committed to helping you find your dream home, and ease your fears in what is always a stressful time with home purchasing/selling!”
— Karolina Shander
FAQs — Real Estate Boundaries & Referrals
1. Can any agent sell anywhere in the state?
Technically yes, but ethically agents should work only in areas where they can provide true expertise and local insight.
2. Why does Ashley limit her service area?
Because staying local ensures she’s informed about schools, roads, zoning, development, and neighborhood trends that directly impact her clients.
3. What if I’m moving out of Ashley’s service area?
Ashley will connect you with a handpicked agent through her referral network, someone who shares her same standard of professionalism and client care.
4. How does Ashley choose her referral partners?
Through real-world relationships, verified performance, and shared values. Ashley only refers agents who she would personally hire herself.
5. What areas does Ashley personally serve?
Ashley and her team cover most areas of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
Moving Near or Far? Call Me First.
At the HART Realty Team, we believe every move deserves expert guidance — whether it’s five miles or five states away.
Visit HART RealtyTeam to start your move with the team who knows when to lead, and when to connect.
