Main Street Renewal is a private company focused on buying, renovating, and leasing across the country. We are very passionate about what we do. We care for each other, our partners, and our customers, fostering a culture of transparency, trust, and empowerment. We are determined to work smarter, utilizing great tools and technology to create an excellent experience for our residents. We are also driven to work harder and do what it takes to create exceptional outcomes. Our goal is to provide our residents with a great house, easy lease experience, and attentive service so they can create a home they love.
A day in the life of a Leasing Agent
The Leasing Agent is responsible for all aspects of the branch Leasing Department, including but not limited to: prospect management, application/screening processing, leasing and renewals, and marketing, in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, as well as all company policies and procedures. The Leasing Agent reports to the Area Manager. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This position will report to the Area Manager.
- Responsible for prospect management
- Ensure all prospect information is entered into the company’s resident management system
- Schedule and give property tours, and utilize daily/weekly reports to follow-up on all prospect leads
- Ensure all prospects are properly and efficiently qualified through the application process by collecting all required documentation (rental history and income verification) prior to screening
- Screen applicants and request exceptions by providing exception documentation when necessary
- Responsible for executing all resident leases using standardized company documents. Ensure all fields are accurate and properly completed, execute the contract with the resident and upload finalized lease into the resident management system
- Process lease renewals by screening Residents-In-Place, requesting exceptions when needed and completing the lease template for the resident to execute
- Manage Section 8 prospects by collecting necessary documentation and communicating with the Housing Authority to ensure the Request for Tenancy Approval packet (RTA) is completed in full and inspections are scheduled timely
- Responsible for all leasing property certifications by ensuring construction certified homes are market-ready and repaired to company standards; a ‘For Lease’ sign is at each marketed home visible to traffic, and market photos are taken to company quality
- Responsible for ensuring all vacant homes are move-in ready at all times by performing property inspections as necessary and creating work orders when applicable
- Meet weekly Service Level Agreements set by the Leasing Manager through the management of applicants, leads and prospects reporting, as well as, utilizing sales tactics and efficiency
- Performs other duties as assigned
What’s in it for you?
- Collaborative team environment and the tools needed to be successful in your job
- Exceptional onboarding experience (we want you to succeed in your new role)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision (Pick the plan that works best for you and the family)
- 401K with employer match (We just keep on giving)
- Employee referral program (Get paid for referring your friends)
What you’ll need to have
- Must be a Licensed Real Estate Agent for a minimum of 6 months
- Minimum of 1-2 years with sales/marketing experience in the Property Management industry required
- Must have a current and valid driver’s license
- Possesses excellent communication and people skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word; as well as prospect and resident management systems
- Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
Just a few other things you should know
- Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- This job operates in a professional office environment as well as in the field at Main Street Renewal properties. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
- This is a sedentary role while in the office. This role requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, bend or stand on a stool as necessary, frequent walking and climbing of stairs required. This role requires travel to our properties and may be physically demanding. The ability to physically perform the following duties for prolonged periods of time is required: Unassisted lifting up to 50 pounds, Bending, Walking, Kneeling, Stretching, Able to work on step ladders or extension ladders up to 30 feet, Able to work in confined spaces, indoors and outdoors in all climates, and unclean environments with fumes, dust and poor ventilation while adhering to company safety requirements and programs, Able to perform all duties in a safe manner at all times
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Travel to our properties around the metro area will be required.
- This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
At Main Street Renewal, we believe that our teammates are the foundation of our success. Come join our MSR family where we work smarter, work harder, and are passionate about what we do.
