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A Leasing Agent coordinates lease arrangements for tenants and property owners. You might advertise vacant properties and find suitable tenants. Leasing Agents prepare contract paperwork and conduct property inspections. You may also attend to any issues that arise and liaise with tenants and owners during the lease agreement. You might specialise in residential, commercial or industrial properties.
Leasing Agents should be organised and able to work on several tasks at one time. It’s important you have good interpersonal skills and can communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. Leasing Agents should be good problem solvers and have strong negotiation abilities. You’ll need to work well in a team environment and be able to manage your time well.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Leasing Agent.
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Get your real estate licence with the CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice. This nationally recognised qualification has 12 different specialisations including residential sales, property management, auctioneering, stock and station, commercial sales and leasing, business broking, and office support. The course covers: real estate ethical practice, running a real estate agency, property law, marketing, trust accounting, and more. Enquire now for the full list of specialisations, licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
In Australia, a full time Leasing Agent generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry is expected to experience strong growth in employment numbers in coming years. There are currently 14,800 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Leasing Agent. Leasing Agents may find work across all areas of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Leasing Agent. This course covers topics such as real estate ethical practice, running a real estate agency, property law, marketing and trust accounting. You’ll be able to specialise in an area of interest including commercial sales and leasing, residential sales, property management, auctioneering, stock and station work, business broking and office support.
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Here are some potential career pathways within real estate sales. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Real Estate Sales
Buyer’s Agent
$1,250 weekly pay
Leasing Agent
$1,050 weekly pay
Leasing Consultant
Leasing Officer
Real Estate Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Business Broker
$1,340 weekly pay
New Home Sales Consultant
$1,630 weekly pay
Property Consultant
Real Estate Agent
$1,350 weekly pay
Real Estate Auctioneer
$1,405 weekly pay
Stock and Station Agent
$1,150 weekly pay
Leasing Manager
$1,730 weekly pay
Property Adviser
Property Developer
Property Valuer
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