Property Management Preparing all the files needed by residents. Preparing move-in packets. Maintaining supply of needed materials. Helping residents when they move in or move out (this includes unit inspection to ensure that a space is ready to be moved into and that everything is settled when residents move out). Preparing move-out material for the property manager. Helping out with the collection and posting of rent. Scheduling appointments for those who want to view a space for rent. Giving a tour of a rental property to interested tenants. Verifying applications of potential residents. Answering calls from interested parties and answering queries from residents. Helping out prospective tenants with the application process by explaining what they need to sign in the application form; this also involves answering whatever questions they may have regarding the forms they need to fill out. Performing credit and criminal background checks on prospective tenants. This task also involves informing a potential tenant that their application has been denied. Getting in touch with prospective tenants regarding their applications. A specialist calls a tenant when their application has been approved and guides them with whatever else is needed from them. Making sure the queries of tenants are attended to in a timely manner. Conducting research for marketing purposes. As mentioned earlier, a leasing specialist is involved with the sales and marketing of a property. As such, part of their tasks involves conducting research about the marketplace to make sure ads reach the right people. Conducting inspections of the rental property’s area to give suggestions on how to improve it. Curb appeal matters in attracting tenants and keeping them. Conducting inspections before move ins and move outs. A tenant expects a property to be in good condition before they move in. As such, a leasing specialist inspects the space to take note of things that need to be addressed before a client moves in. Providing incoming tenants with an orientation of their rented space as well as the community it belongs to. #J-18808-Ljbffr