Leasing Agent Jobs
A Leasing Agent, also known as a Property Leasing Consultant, plays a crucial role in the real estate industry. They are responsible for finding tenants for vacant properties, showing the property to potential tenants, and negotiating lease agreements. They work closely with property owners to determine rental rates and contract terms, conduct background checks and credit reports on prospective tenants, and ensure all leasing paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner. Leasing Agents also handle tenant complaints and coordinate with maintenance staff to resolve issues.
To become a successful Leasing Agent, one should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, be detail-oriented, and have a good understanding of the local real estate market. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, though some employers prefer a bachelor's degree in real estate, business, or a related field. Some states require Leasing Agents to be licensed, which typically involves completing a specific number of real estate courses and passing a licensing exam. Prior to becoming a Leasing Agent, one might work as a Real Estate Sales Agent, Property Manager, or Customer Service Representative in the real estate industry to gain relevant experience.
Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of all aspects of leasing units and required leasing documents in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines; includes thorough knowledge of pricing...
with Company and Fair Housing guidelines....
Leasing Consultant The Seasonal Leasing Consultant will market and lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures outlined by management....
Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, ADA, Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other Federal, State and Local laws pertaining to Multi-Family Housing....
Consultant The Leasing Consultant will market and lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures outlined by management....
- New Concept Property Management
- Tucson, AZ
- 5 days ago
- New Concept Property Management
- Tucson, AZ
- 5 days ago
New Concept Property Management is seeking a dedicated Leasing Agent to join our team....
Leasing Agent ( Independent Contractor - Requires California Real Estate License )
- San Francisco, CA
- 7 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 7 days ago
Title: Leasing Agent-Independent Contractor Reports to: Leasing Manager Primary Function: Leasing Apartment Units Status: Independent Contractor Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA Summary Leasing...
Facilitate the leasing process for new apartments and handle lease renewals, ensuring high occupancy rates....
The Leasing Agent is a dynamic sales professional responsible for converting prospects into residents through active engagement and superior customer service....
- Main Street Renewal
- Kansas City, MO
- 15 days ago
- Main Street Renewal
- Kansas City, MO
- 15 days ago
The Leasing Agent is a dynamic sales professional responsible for converting prospects into residents through active engagement and superior customer service....
Simpson Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift, Weekend availability Keyword Search: Real Estate, Leasing, Leases, Multifamily, Apartments, Resident Retention...
The Leasing Consultant executes the property's marketing, leasing, and renewal strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue, and resident retention goals by performing all activities related to leasing...
The Leasing Consultant executes the property's marketing, leasing, and renewal strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue, and resident retention goals by performing all activities related to leasing...
residents throughout their lease terms and coordinate the renewal process for each lease Follow Fair Housing Standards in all matters when working with prospects and residents Regular attendance and...
products and services in accordance with budget, Ensure Fair Housing Standards in all matters when working with prospects and residents, Follow up on leasing traffic entries and monitor traffic trends...
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Leasing Agents offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Leasing Agent position
- Lease Renewal
- OneSite
- Resident Retention
- Residential Property Management
- Resident Relations
- Rent Collection
- YieldStar
- Blue Moon
- Evictions
- Leases
- Lease-Up
- Fair Housing
- Tenant Relations
- Section 8 Housing
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Certified
- OneSite
- RENTCafe
- Affordable Housing
- Residential Real Estate
- Leasing
- RealPage
- Entrata
- Lease Administration
- Real Estate Management
- Housing and Urban Development
- Property Management
- Yardi
- Marketing Strategies
- Investment Management
- Real Estate
- Compensation and Benefits
- Inspections
- Media
- Referrals
- Closing
- Administrative Skills
- Background Checks
- High School Diploma
- Retail
- Microsoft Outlook
- Telephone Skills
- Events
- Filing
- Reporting
- Education Experience
- Sales
- Regulations
- English
- Policy Development
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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