Leasing Specialist - Lease-up

Houston Apartment Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to marketing multi-family residential apartments in a vibrant community. This role involves leasing vacant units, preparing essential paperwork, and engaging with potential residents through various channels. You'll play a key part in enhancing community living by ensuring high occupancy rates and resident satisfaction. With responsibilities ranging from market analysis to social media marketing, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the community's success. If you have a passion for real estate and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in leasing and managing multi-family residential properties.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lease vacant units and prepare all necessary leasing paperwork.
• Conduct market surveys and maintain knowledge of local competition.

Skills

Leasing Skills

Customer Service

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Real Estate License

Tools

Leasing Software

Social Media Platforms

Job description

To market multi-family residential apartments to prospects, locators, real estate agents and corporate businesses with the purpose of attracting residents to the community.

Major Duties

• Lease of all vacant and upcoming vacant units.
• Accurately prepare all leasing paperwork including but not limited to:
• Resident Processing Checklist
• Lease Contract and Security Addendum
• Application for Residency
• Move-in Condition Form
• Pet addendum (if applicable)
• All other lease addendum required by the property
• Collection of security deposit
• Monthly market surveys
• Assist in preparing accurate Weekly Activity and Traffic Reports.
• Report to the Property Manager all extraordinary situations and occurrences related to leasing or resident retention that could positively or adversely affect the community.
• Inspect the common areas and models before 8:30 am each day.
• Qualify each prospect in accordance with Company standards.
• Utilize the Guest Cards to follow-up with each prospective resident who contacts the community. Follow-up with a thank you letter and phone calls.
• Obtain closing ration of a minimum of 33%.
• Secure lease renewals. All prospective renewals should be contacted 45 days prior to the lease expiration.
• Be aware of all competition. Maintain local product knowledge along with monthly market surveys.
• Market the property through social media and outreach to attract prospects and secure leases.
• Actively participate in all functions sponsored by the property.
• Actively participate in HAA seminars as well as continuing education when deemed necessary.
• Accept resident request and issue work orders.
• Adhere to all Fair Housing Regulations and TAA Red Book laws.
• Verify application information by thoroughly running Credit, RCR, Employment, Rental and Conviction History
• Perform other duties as assigned.