Its quite possible that the reason why there are so few options in Durham is because you guys wanna keep the prices low. I am not saying its wrong, just that some people are not willing to travel somewhere else for a reduced rate.
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Hey Nicole,
Thanks for your feed back. Here is what I see.
It is the market we have here. There are different markets, within the GTA. I don't understand why more guys don’t flock to Durham to get a better deal! But it is not always convenient or cost effective to say drive here. Most people dine where they live. Also, the east is a less expensive area to live in too, so "on average" the money we make and can a ford, for this disposable income will be less. It works best if we have SP's that live and work in the area. They all seam happy to work for the fee's they charge. Other Agency charge lower for Durham, than say, TO. It works for them.
There is 3 ways to look at this, from a business. Do you want some of the market share of the area? Maybe you have staff that would like to be a little busier and would come work or live in the area? Grow your business...
Or
Stay as you are.
Or
Try and send some SP and charge your going rates and see what happens.. (I think you will be disappointed by this option, as Market forces seam to always win out. ) Some will try, as for some if they want to see someone they will pay what they have too. But for the die hard regulars out here, I think they like it as it is.
Yes we are complaining about the scene out here, but I am sure the other agencies and indies in the area are not!