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Columbia Residential · 4 weeks ago

Community Lease-Up Specialist- Travel up to 75% various states !

Corporate, Atlanta, GA, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Columbia Residential is focused on providing quality and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families. The Community Lease-Up Specialist is responsible for driving leasing efforts for newly constructed or renovated communities, ensuring efficient handling of all leasing processes and building strong relationships with residents.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to inquiries from potential residents and conduct community tours

Work with prospective residents to understand their needs and match them with available units

Negotiate lease terms and conditions and secure signed lease agreements

Build strong relationships with potential and existing residents by providing exceptional customer service

Ensure a smooth leasing process, from initial inquiry to move-in

Help to determine if prospective Resident meets eligibility requirements, such as income limits, family size, or other government stipulations

Ensure that all required paperwork, such as income verification, criminal background checks, and housing program applications, are completed properly and on time

Assist with the preparation, signing, and management of leases to ensure compliance with federal or state housing programs (such as Section 8, LIHTC—Low-Income Housing Tax Credit)

Track leasing activity and maintain accurate records of all leasing transactions

Provide regular updates and reports to property owners, managers, and stakeholders regarding leasing activity, occupancy rates, and marketing efforts

Analyze lease-up trends and develop strategies to address any challenges to meet occupancy goals