08/11/2021
A Leasing Agent, or Real Estate Marketing Specialist, is responsible for renting properties and assisting applicants with their needs. Their duties include meeting with prospective tenants to determine lease terms, receiving security deposits and coordinating with current tenants to discuss lease changes. They are also responsible for marketing all vacant units.
Preferred Qualifications
• Section 8 knowledge
• Speaks Spanish.
• Detail oriented
• Team player
• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Strong intrapersonal skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong copywriting skills
• Reliable Transportation required
• Knowledge of Greater Boston neighborhoods
Job Description
Leasing Agents perform many organizational tasks to help renters and lessees find the property that meets their needs and best promote the business. Their duties and responsibilities often include:
• Meeting potential renters and guiding them on tours of available units
• Following up on leads for potential renters
• Performing background checks, credit checks and other responsibilities to see if prospective renters are qualified.
• Preparing leasing documents for potential renters using property standards and regulations
• Handling the collection of initial rent payments, security deposits and application fees
• Marketing all vacancies via multiple platforms (Facebook, Gosection8.com, Metro Housing Boston, etc.)
• Creating attractive descriptions to advertise units.
• Updating Computer databases with all property information and coordinating photography and floor plans for updating visuals
• Work on getting floor plans for all units (starting with 9/1 properties)
• Manage the vacancy list.
• Work with property managers on establishing unit marketability issues and provide resolution.
