How to Become a Commercial Leasing Agent
Leasing Agents are vital to the success of commercial buildings. A commercial leasing agent is hired by a real estate broker, building owner or property management firm to lease office or building space. The hours of the job can vary and may include evenings and weekends, depending upon what is convenient to the prospective tenant. A Real estate license may be needed, depending upon your state requirements and the company you obtain employment with.
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Enroll in commercial property management courses. Real estate education companies as well as community colleges offer classes for certification in property management. If you are new to the field, or have little experience, attending one of these courses could be very beneficial to you. Many companies require their employees to obtain a real estate license or continue their education and complete property management classes, so this is a good place to meet individuals that are already employed as a commercial leasing agent. In addition, it is easier to secure a future job with a certification or completed education under your belt.
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Search job banks. Human resource departments of commercial property management companies often list their job openings with online services such as Rebuz.com or Real-Jobs.com. Review the openings in your area, or search for locations that you would consider moving to for the right opportunity. Submit your resume via email, or apply directly through the agency.
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Attend job fairs. Large cities conduct several job fairs annually that will include companies with open positions, such as a commercial leasing agent. Some companies offer ground floor opportunities and even in-house training for candidates that have little experience.
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Search jobs on your city's commercial real estate association website. Local commercial real estate association websites, such as Commercial Gateway for Houston, will list companies in the area and often have a general listing of job openings. If you don't see a link for open positions, refer to each specific commercial property management company and search its corporate website for job openings.
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Tips & Warnings
Enroll in leasing or property management classes to stand out from other applicants.
Beware of Internet scams, and companies selling a list of job openings.
