Training for Leasing Consultant

[Landon Dolezal]

Hello biggerpockets!! havent been active in 8-9 months but given that im just turning 19 i havent had too much to go off of. However i have recently got my certificate for passing my property management class so i can apply to be a Leasing consultant at any nearby apartment complex to give myself a better paying job and to familiarize myself with the world of multi-family real estate. So my question is what other sort of requirements will i most likely need for this position? Do i only need a basic knowledge of Excel or should i go the whole 9 yards and take the intermediate and Advanced classes for Excel as well. Any feedback is appreciated. Thank you once again biggerpockets for helping me get on my feet. :)

[Joe Fairless]

@Landon Dolezal - congrats on getting the property mgmt certification! You don't need to take any advanced level Excel courses to become a leasing consultant for a property mgmt company. But, it certainly wouldn't hurt. More beneficial would be to hone your presentation skills and have knowledge of the market. That way you can speak intelligently about rents, pros/cons of properties, etc..