Real Estate Representatives

Real Estate Representatives arrange the conduct of real estate transactions such as sales and leasing, and assist buyers to find suitable properties, on behalf of an agency.

What the job involves

  • Accepts and lists properties for sale and lease, conducts inspections, and advises buyers on the merits of properties and businesses and the terms of sale or lease
  • Advises vendors of sales and marketing options such as sale by auction and open house inspections
  • Catalogues and details land, buildings and businesses for sale or lease and arranges advertising
  • Assesses buyers' needs and locates properties and businesses for their consideration
  • Offers valuations and advice for buying and selling properties and businesses, and structures the terms of settlement
  • Collects and holds rent monies from tenants, and remits to owner on agreed basis
  • Monitors and addresses non-compliance with terms and conditions of tenancy and pursues rental arrears

Key values of workers in Real Estate Representatives

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Top skills required for workers in Real Estate Representatives

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Negotiation

    Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

  • Social Perceptiveness

    Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

  • Coordination

    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.