How to Identify the Top Agents/Brokers in My Area?

[Alvin Grier]

I've asked friends that have MLS access to run a search for the agents in the area that have listed and closed the most properties, and I've been told that either they can't do this, or that they don't know how.

Is this true? I know the look of the MLS isn't the same for everyone across the nation, but I thought the MLS would be able to provide this information.

If this is true, is there another way to get access to this info? I want to identify and work on building relationships with the top realtors.

Thanks for your help.