Real estate agents and property managers

Real estate agents and property managers arrange the sale, purchase, rental and lease of real property, usually on behalf of clients and on a commission basis.

Skill level: Skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Real estate agents and property managers earn a salary between R7 893 and R34 712 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Real estate agents and property managers ranges from R7 893 to R17 448.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R10 397 and R21 389 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Obtaining information about properties to be sold or leased, the circumstances of their owner and the needs of prospective buyers or tenants
  • Showing properties to be sold or leased to prospective buyers or tenants and explaining terms of sale or conditions of rent or lease
  • Facilitating negotiations with tenants and owners on rents and fees
  • Drawing up leasing and sale agreements and estimating costs
  • Arranging signing of lease agreements and transfer of property rights
  • Collecting rent and bond monies on behalf of owners and inspecting properties before, during and after tenancies
  • Ensuring the availability of workers to perform maintenance of the properties

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