Big Bear Agent Referral Program

Request a Rental Projection for Your Client

Rental projections on demand, referral commissions up to $1,500, and a lifetime of buyer leads from homes you refer into the Big Bear Vacations rental program.

  • Help buyers understand income potential before they purchase
  • Request rental projections for active listings or buyer prospects
  • Earn referral commissions when referred homes join the program
  • Keep generating buyer leads while referred homes stay in the rental program
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Real Estate Agent Program

A Referral Program Built for Big Bear Agents

Big Bear buyers often ask the same question: “What could this cabin earn as a vacation rental?” Give them a credible answer — and create a long-term referral opportunity for yourself.

Rental Projections On Demand

Rental Projections On Demand

Submit a property for review and receive rental projection guidance your client can use while evaluating the home.

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Referral Commissions

Referral Commissions

Earn referral compensation when a client you refer signs with Big Bear Vacations' rental management program.

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Lifetime Buyer Leads

Lifetime Buyer Leads

Every referred home can continue marketing you to future Big Bear guests for as long as that property remains in the rental program.

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Rental Projections

Give Buyers a Clearer Income Story

When your client is evaluating a Big Bear cabin, a rental projection can help them understand the opportunity, compare homes, and move forward with more confidence.

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Request On Demand

Submit any listing or buyer-interest property through the agent request form.

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We Run the Numbers

Our team reviews the home through the lens of Big Bear rental demand, occupancy, ADR potential, amenities, bedroom count, location, seasonality, and comparable performance.

03

Close With Confidence

Give your buyer a clearer income story for the property so they can make a more informed purchase decision.

Sample Pro Forma
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$75,000
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An estimate your client can actually use

Our rental projections are based on property-specific data, market trends, and proven performance factors. While actual results may vary based on location, condition, availability, amenities, pricing, seasonality, market demand, and other variables, these projections provide a well-informed estimate of your property’s income potential.

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Referral Commissions

Earn Referral Commissions When Your Client Joins

Refer a qualified Big Bear homeowner or buyer into the Big Bear Vacations rental management program and earn compensation when the home signs a management agreement.

Tier 3

Cozy Retreats

$250–$300
$27K–$49K projected annual revenue
  • One or more bedrooms
  • Smaller or seasonal-use homes
  • Guest amenities preferred
Tier 2

High-Potential Homes

$350–$500
$50K+ projected annual revenue
  • Two or more bedrooms
  • Desirable Big Bear location
  • Well-maintained and guest-ready
Tier 1

Luxury & Lakefront

$1,000–$1,500
$100K+ projected annual revenue
  • Five or more bedrooms
  • Lakefront, scenic views, or premium location
  • Strong luxury rental appeal
Paid within 48 hours of management signature

Referral commissions are subject to program terms, eligibility, signed management agreement, applicable law, and final approval by Big Bear Vacations. Payout amounts may vary by property and projected rental category.

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Lifetime of Leads

Get a Lifetime of Leads From the Homes You Refer

A referral that keeps working long after closing — every home you refer keeps working for you for as long as it stays in the Big Bear Vacations rental program.

The Ownership Email

The Ownership Email

Guests who stay in referred properties can receive messaging asking, “How would you like to own a piece of Big Bear?” — with your name and contact information included as the referred agent.

In-Home Marketing

In-Home Marketing

Printed materials inside the home can point guests back to you for Big Bear real estate questions, buyer conversations, and future ownership opportunities.

The Referral Flywheel
A Lifetime of Buyer Leads

Unlike a one-time referral check, this program is designed to create ongoing exposure to qualified Big Bear guests who may already be interested in owning a vacation home.

1You refer a home to our program
2Guests book and stay all year
3Guests get the ownership email — with your contact info
4Buyers call you — you close and refer again

Lifetime of leads applies while the referred property remains in the Big Bear Vacations rental program.

What Your Client Gets

Your Referral Lands With a Local Team That Reflects Well on You

When you refer a buyer or homeowner to Big Bear Vacations, they get more than a rental estimate. They get a full-service management program designed to help protect the home, support guests, and create owner visibility.

Since 1995

Local, On-the-Mountain Experience

Big Bear Vacations has been managing Big Bear vacation rentals for decades and understands the market house by house, season by season.

24/7 Guest Care

Support From Inquiry Through Stay

A trained local team supports guests throughout the booking and stay experience, helping reduce owner involvement.

Revenue Strategy

Marketing & Booking Support

Online booking, distribution, digital marketing, pricing strategy, and direct booking visibility help keep homes competitive.

Property Care

High Standards for the Home

Housekeeping, maintenance coordination, inspections, and local support help protect the property and guest experience.

Owner Reporting

Clarity After the Referral

Owner portal tools, statements, booking visibility, and communication help your client understand what is happening with their property.

Professional Onboarding

A Better First Step for Owners

Your client gets guidance on rental readiness, expectations, revenue potential, and what it takes to succeed in the Big Bear market.

The Process

How It Works

1

Submit the Property

Send us the listing, property address, or buyer information through the agent request form.

2

We Prepare the Projection

Our team reviews the home and prepares a rental projection or management fit recommendation.

3

You Educate Your Client

Use the projection to help your buyer understand the potential vacation rental opportunity.

4

Your Client Joins the Program

If your client signs with Big Bear Vacations, you get a referral commission.

5

The Home Keeps Working for You

While the property remains in the rental program, guest-facing ownership marketing can continue driving future buyer leads back to you.

Questions

Agent Referral FAQs

Request a Rental Projection

Request a Projection or Refer a Client

Send us the property details and our team will help you determine the rental opportunity, referral fit, and next step.

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No pressure. No obligation. Just a simple way to help your client understand what their Big Bear property could earn.