AUSTIN JAMISON KURTZ
**** *** ******, ****** *** Rey, CA 90292
************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Born and raised in Los Angeles, I graduated from Loyola High School, and University of Arizona. I have been a licensed Realtor since '94 but only started working in real estate and property management industry since 2013. I am customer-oriented and resourceful professional possessing strong selling and negotiation abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of real estate markets. Strategic individual with strong work ethic and advanced complex problem-solving talents. I’m also a driven Realtor and property manager with 7 years of experience managing a private rental, sales and purchases of residential and commercial properties. Previously, I was a marketing and sales professional with a solid record of achievements in profit generation through strategic marketing in the regional advertising sector. Interested in a challenging position to use the full range of my capabilities and to learn and grow with an established organization.
SKILLS
Value Estimation
Mathematical Reasoning
Real Estate License
Sales Development
Microsoft Office
Risk Mitigation
EXPERIENCE
CORCORAN GLOBAL LIVING
Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor 11/2020 to Current
PLG Estates (Peter Lorimer Group) was acquired by Corcoran Global Living in November 2020.
Established key business relationships within industry by using responsiveness, efficiency and deep knowledge of real estate industry.
Promoted active listings through social media marketing, open houses and newsletters.
Researched properties values to determine competitive market pricing.
Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
PLG ESTATES
City of Los Angeles, CA
Realtor 01/2019 to 11/2020
Generated leads and farm markets for prospective clients.
list of properties to meet specific client needs. Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
WILSHIRE PARK HOMES, LLC
City of Los Angeles, CA
Partnership Manager 08/2016 to 10/2018
Partner in Wilshire Park Homes, LLC, a real estate brokerage company based in Los Angeles, California. Wilshire Park Homes is a full service real estate brokerage company based in Westwood, California. We specialized in residential and commercial sales, leasing, and management.
KELLER WILLIAMS
City of Los Angeles, CA
Realtor 06/2013 to 03/2015
Started my career in real estate at Keller Williams Realty. KW has a great real estate educational program for new Realtors. This was a great experience because of the amount of information a Realtor/Broker needs to know during a transaction. They do a great job of breaking down every step a new Realtor will encounter. Preparation is the key to success.
Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
Researched and determined competitive market price.
Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
BONHILL ASSET MANAGEMENT
City of Los Angeles, CA
Partner 04/2005 to 12/2013
Collected monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
Solicited and analyzed bids for repairs, renovation and general maintenance.
Maintained in-depth knowledge of competition through consistent evaluation of market conditions and trends.
MCINTOSH COMPANY
Carlsbad, CA
Regional Sales Manager 10/2000 to 04/2005
Produced sales for the McIntosh Company, a boutique publishing and advertising company based in Carlsbad, CA. Represented top magazines such as, Conde Naste Traveler, Travel, Gourmet, Inc., and Fortune Magazines. Specialized in target marketing for the Western part of the U.S. for Resorts, Hotels, Golf Clubs & Destinations. Submit proposals to advertising agencies and marketing executives from targeted properties. Prepared contracts, negotiate rates, and meet deadlines accordingly. Instruct production management for detailed placement and specifications. Inquire as to clients satisfaction, and pursue future advertising possibilities.
PRIMUS TELECOM
Anaheim, CA
Sales Executive 02/1997 to 07/1999
Marketed long distance telecommunications and data services construction, textile, import/export, food services, and apparel companies in the greater Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Generated comprehensive proposals, including cost benefit analysis. Establish and maintain customer accounts. Used cold-calling, management presentations, and networking to maximized exposure.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
BACHELOR OF ARTS: REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT & ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY 05/1991
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ