Rent Source

Rent Source Your SOURCE for apartment rentals in Cambridge, Somerville, Medford, and the surrounding areas!

Our values:

Transparency: Throughout our time in the field of apartment rentals we have seen a staggering lack of transparency on all sides of rental transactions. There is a degree of ambiguity that cannot be remedied as situations can change without much notice, however the majority are due to avoidable miscommunication from or between agents, landlords, and brokers. We proactively create measu

res to avoid this miscommunication and take the guesswork out of renting an apartment. Appreciation: Without customers (renters or landlords) our business would not exist. Unfortunately, due to the high level of demand in the Boston market, both are commonly taken for granted by brokers. We aim to appreciate those who drive our business by offering flexible policies to aid in tough times, such as listing a unit off-cycle. As 1099 contractors, agents have no real attachment to the brokerage they work for and tend to be under-valued. At Rent Source, we don’t view our agents as disposable resources; we groom them to be high producing real estate professionals in order to retain them in the organization, giving them great tools and support to succeed. Technology/Adaptation: Most rental applications and leases have been used since the 1970’s, listings are mainly advertised by a static site (Craigslist) with little functionaility, and a good amount of the rental process requires renters to complete documents in-person. The advent of web based services has greatly progressed the way listings are viewed and rented and we intend to utilize these tools and adapt as new methods arrive. Community Involvement: Most local real estate agencies work in a small segment of the Boston market where they have carved a niche. Rent Source is no exception, primarily serving the Cambridge, Somerville, and Medford areas. We all work and live in these cities and strive to give back to continue to make them great places to live. In fact, each Rent Source member needs to be involved in at least two community events per year, so you may see us around!

02/08/2022

Could Rent Source Be Your Next Big Opportunity?

Are you tired of trading away your time for money?

Want to be paid for your results?

Turned off by the 9-5 office-based career options? Craving a flexible work schedule that offers a more dynamic lifestyle?

Looking to be your own boss?

Good sales instincts and a desire to get paid fairly for your results is all it takes to springboard your real estate career.

Rent Source is looking for motivated real estate state agents to grow our profitable team. Our firm provides you with the necessary training, tools and support to systematically generate leads and close deals. While rentals are at our core, we are a brokerage company that tackles all aspects of real estate: residential sales, rentals, property management and investments.

Why Choose Rent Source?

We’re a boutique real estate firm with an abundance of exclusive and semi-exclusive listings. We offer competitive commission splits up to 70%.

Agents at big real estate companies suffer from more regulation, red tape and rigid bureaucracy. Simply put, these big agencies mean more agents, more competition within the business, and more time stumbling over undesirable listings.

At Rent Source, we’re nimble and our processes are streamlined. We’re a fast growing business that is actively seeking talented people to join our team. We offer in-depth training and will show you, step by step, how to advertise, generate leads, work with clients, close deals and get paid. After all, it’s your time, your effort and your money.

Enjoy the flexibility to make your own schedule and close your own deals. Our concentrated network of listings and agents means more take home pay, less time and less effort because we believe in working smart! Our two decades of experience means we have methodically taken the guessing game out of real estate sales. Our deep connections with investors, landlords and developers have enabled us to establish a myriad of exclusive and semi-exclusive partnerships.

Who We’re Looking For

Hardworking problem solvers who are responsive and motivated. In real estate, it pays to be hungry and results-oriented. Agents can expect to earn between $10-15k per month in the busy season. Dedicated full time agents can realistically surpass $80-100k in earnings per year.

Agents must:

Have their real estate license or be willing to get their real estate license
Have access to a car
Have a personal computer or laptop that may be used for work
Be responsive and possess good time management skills
Possess good written and verbal communication skills
Be motivated, driven and independent

Responsibilities include:

Lead generation and prospecting
Tracking and managing leads
Scheduling showings
Reviewing and processing applications
Building relationships and negotiating with clients and owners
Managing deals and deal transactions

If this opportunity appeals to you, please contact [email protected].

02/09/2021

Rent Source, a real estate brokerage in Cambridge, is seeking a part-time marketing and administrative assistant or intern. This position will commence mid-March and will be a mix of in-office and remote work for about four hours a day for 3-5 days per week with the possibility of full time advancement. This role will encompass many different activities that are vital to a real estate brokerage. Candidates must be open to a range of work from normal clerical duties to marketing campaigns to photographing properties! Great position for current or recent college students to build their resume and be exposed to the real estate industry.

Job Details:

Pay: Hourly, minimum wage.

Hours: 3-4 hours per day, 3-5 days per week.

Location: In-office (Cambridge) and remote.

Responsibilities:

- Compile mailings
- Answer phone
- Update database
- Organize screening documents
- Oversee marketing campaigns
- Photograph properties
- Ad hoc work as necessary
- Social media posting

Requirements:

- High school diploma
- Ability to use (or learn) most Google products
- Flexible availability
- Organizational skills

Preferred:

- Access to an automobile
- Marketing and/or real estate related experience
- College degree

04/09/2020

We are actually HIRING! If you have an active real estate license, come join the team at Rent Source. We've pivoted to an all virtual platform to allow agents to train and work from home. Despite the recent disruptive events, we're still busy with demand from potential renters and need YOUR help! Get trained up virtually and be ready to roll when social distancing is lifted, hopefully in the not too distant future.

About Us

Rent Source is a fast-growing real estate company headquartered in Cambridge, Ma. that specializes in apartment rentals in the Somerville/Cambridge/Medford markets. Our ownership team has 26+ years of combined real estate experience and had a lot of great relationships with landlords with top notch properties. Now in our fourth year of operation, we are looking to hire a few more motivated, full-time agents and will provide all training and resources to make you as successful as possible.

What to Expect

Agents are respected and encouraged to succeed by the entire staff. After training, we will have faith in you to manage your schedule and showings as you see fit, meaning you are essentially your own boss! The more time and effort you put in, the more successful you will be. A willingness to work nights and weekends during the busy season (March to September) is essential for success. We view this as a full-time, long-term opportunity with high earning potential.

Why Work With Us?

- Receive support and mentoring from top agents in the industry
- No set work or office hours.
- Ability to earn between $50,000 - $80,000 in first year
- Favorable Commission Structure. Your success is rewarded with higher splits.
- Fun, laid back company culture
- Potential for sales advancement

Responsibilities:

- Marketing/lead generation of in-house rental listings
- Accompanied (or virtual) showings of apartments
- Initial tenant screening and paperwork

Desired Qualities:

- Punctuality
- Organization
- Customer service oriented, genuinely enjoy people
- Entrepreneurial

Desired Skills:

- Negotiations
- Consultative sales approach
- Basic computer skills (Gmail, PDF editing)

Required:

- High school degree (or equivalent)
- MA Real Estate License
- Automobile
- Laptop

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Address

206 Holland Street, #A
Somerville, MA
02144

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

Telephone

+16175447368

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Our Values (TACT)

Transparency: Throughout our time in the field of apartment rentals we have seen a staggering lack of transparency on all sides of rental transactions. There is a degree of ambiguity that cannot be remedied as situations can change without much notice, however the majority are due to avoidable miscommunication from or between agents, landlords, and brokers. We proactively create measures to avoid this miscommunication and take the guesswork out of renting an apartment. Appreciation: Without customers (renters or landlords) our business would not exist. Unfortunately, due to the high level of demand in the Boston market, both are commonly taken for granted by brokers. We aim to appreciate those who drive our business by offering flexible policies to aid in tough times, such as listing a unit off-cycle. As 1099 contractors, agents have no real attachment to the brokerage they work for and tend to be under-valued. At Rent Source, we don’t view our agents as disposable resources; we groom them to be high producing real estate professionals in order to retain them in the organization, giving them great tools and support to succeed.

Community Involvement: Most local real estate agencies work in a small segment of the Boston market where they have carved a niche. Rent Source is no exception, primarily serving the Cambridge, Somerville, and Medford areas. We all work and live in these cities and strive to give back to continue to make them great places to live. In fact, each Rent Source member needs to be involved in at least two community events per year, so you may see us around! Technology/Adaptation: Most rental applications and leases have been used since the 1970’s, listings are mainly advertised by a static site (Craigslist) with little functionality, and a good amount of the rental process requires renters to complete documents in-person. The advent of web based services has greatly progressed the way listings are viewed and rented and we intend to utilize these tools and adapt as new methods arrive.