Real Estate Agent

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Real Estate Agents typically work for real estate agencies or realtor firms to help clients with their property needs. They work closely with other Real Estate Agents and Real Estate Brokers to identify new listings and negotiate buying or asking prices on behalf of their clients. Their job is to search on listing websites for properties with certain features or relative proximity to schools, workplaces or local attractions. They may also be responsible for writing buying or selling contracts and helping clients navigate financial resources.

What does a Real Estate Agent do?

A Real Estate Agent, or Property Consultant, is responsible for using their knowledge of local real estate markets to help individuals buy, sell or rent residential or commercial properties. Their duties include meeting with their clients to discuss their ideal property requirements and price points, overseeing open-houses for sellers and showing clients properties that align with their expectations.

Responsibilities

A Real Estate Agent should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Real Estate Agent should be able to execute:

Maintain a good relationship with lenders, appraisers, home inspectors and escrow companies
Prepare necessary paperwork such as closing statements, deeds, contracts, purchase agreements and leases
Compile lists of real estate properties with details regarding their location, square footage and features
Promote sale of properties through open houses, engagement in multiple listing services and advertisements
Establish a network of mortgage lenders, contractors and legal attorneys to whom you can refer clients
Inspect condition of premises and organize for necessary maintenance or inform property owners of maintenance needs

Required Skills

A competitive Real Estate Agent will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong sales and negotiation skills to close deals
Ability to multitask, manage time and prioritize activities
Great organization skills to be able to create various scheduled, timelines and budgets
Ability to work independently when making important decisions
Great honesty and integrity skills

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