A Leasing Agent, or Residential Leasing Agent, is responsible for renting out housing properties and assisting tenants 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.
A Leasing Agent should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Leasing Agent should be able to execute:
- 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 rent payments, security deposits and application fees
- Keeping residents informed of any changes to rental agreements or upcoming property issues
A competitive Leasing Agent will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- In-depth understanding of the real estate industry, including laws, policies and best practices
- Advanced sales and marketing skills
- Personable, professional outgoing
- Good organization, project management and time management abilities
- Great customer service skills
- Efficient problem-solving and decision-making skills
