assists clients in buying, selling, or leasing residential or commercial properties. Key duties include generating leads, conducting property showings, performing market analysis, negotiating contracts, and facilitating closings. They must maintain current knowledge of market trends, local regulations, and property values to provide expert advice.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Client Management: Guiding buyers/sellers through the process, understanding their needs, and advising on prices and mortgages.
Marketing & Listing: Creating property advertisements, arranging professional photos, and hosting open houses to attract buyers.
Transaction Processing: Preparing legal documents, such as contracts, deeds, and lease agreements.
Negotiation: Acting as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers to ensure fair terms.
Market Research: Monitoring property market trends, price changes, and zoning laws.
Required Skills and Qualifications
License: Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Networking: Ability to build a strong network of clients, lenders, and contractors.
Sales Ability: Strong persuasion and negotiation skills.
Technology: Proficiency in, or ability to learn, CRM tools and social media for marketing.
Typical Work Environment
Involves a combination of office work and travel to property locations.
Often requires flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
Typically structured as commission-based work.