Occupation estate agent

Estate agents rent, buy or sell property for clients. Study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to see property, discuss conditions of sale and draw up real estate contracts.

Tasks

• Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
• Ensure that terms and conditions of purchase agreements are met before closing dates.
• Interview clients to determine what kind of property they are seeking.
• Prepare documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds and leases.
• Coordinate property closings, overseeing signing of documents and disbursement of funds.
• Negotiate between buyers and sellers representing one or the other.
• Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, participation in multiple listing services or through other methods.
• Compare property with similar recently sold properties to determine competitive market price.
• Coordinate appointments to show properties to prospective buyers.
• Generate lists of properties that are compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources.

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