Real Estate Business Development
Resume:
APIWE QONGQO
adzbf7@r.postjobfree.com
Midrand, Johannesburg.
CAREER OBJECTIVES
To use and enhance my skills to attain the intended mission of your organisation. To associate myself with a progressive organisation which provides me with knowledge and sharpen my skills which in turn facilitates me to contribute to the best of my ability for the growth and well development of the organisation.
EDUCATION
2022-Present :Deon’s Property School.
Real Estate Agent training course (online).
2018-2020 :University of the Western Cape.
Bachelor’s Degree in Oral Health (incomplete).
2015-2016 :Dermatech College.
Diploma in Health and Skin Care (incomplete).
2014 :Groote Schuur High School.
English, Afrikaans, Mathematical Literacy, Life Science, Business Studies, Consumer Studies, Life Orientation.
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
● Top 3 academic achiever student (2018).
● 70% academic aggregate (2019).
● Member of the Golden Key Society.
● Accelerated Excellence Programme.
● Certificate of participation in Entrepreneurship Programme.
● Certificate of participation in Research Day.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Live Real Estate, Sea Point.
Property Administrator/Rental Assistant, June 2023- August 2023 (3 month contract).
● Maintain and update lease agreements and contracts.
● Ensure tenants adhere to lease terms and conditions.
● Manage lease renewals, negotiations, and terminations.
● Collect and record rent payments from tenants.
● Handle late payments and enforce penalties as per lease agreements.
● Generate and distribute rent invoices and receipts.
● Address tenant inquiries, concerns, and maintenance requests.
● Coordinate repairs and maintenance work with appropriate vendors.
● Ensure tenant satisfaction and timely issue resolution.
● Schedule and oversee regular property inspections.
● Arrange and coordinate maintenance and repairs.
● Maintain a record of maintenance activities and expenses.
● Advertise and market vacant units to attract potential tenants.
● Real Estate softwares: PropData, PropCtrl, Payprop, Virtual Agent, CMA.
● Coordinate property showings and tenant screenings.
● Assist in setting competitive rental rates.
● Stay informed about local property laws and regulations.
● Ensure compliance with property codes, safety standards, and zoning requirements.
● Assist in resolving legal issues, such as eviction proceedings if necessary.
● Prepare regular reports for property owners or management.
● Communicate updates, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders.
● Handle paperwork related to property transactions and leasing.
● Manage filing systems and databases for efficient information retrieval.
● Identify, evaluate, and collaborate with contractors and service providers.
● Obtain and compare quotes for maintenance and repair services Lionlead Real Estate, Big Bay.
Candidate Property Practitioner, July 2022- April 2023.
● Cold calling and warm calling prospecting new clients.
● Assist sellers in how to best promote their properties to attract advantageous offers.
● Advertise properties through a variety of marketing techniques.
● Evaluate the clients’ desires and economic capabilities to discover the appropriate suggestions.
● Provide information regarding legal guidelines, rates, specifications and property availability.
● Mediate the dealings between sellers and buyers ensuring good conduct and the honest exchange of information towards a beneficial understanding.
● Appraise the value of properties by thoroughly researching the market or past purchases.
● Present properties to potential buyers and address questions or concerns.
● Draft and complete important legal documents (contracts, agreements etc).
● Coordinate property auctions or exchanges.
● Generate and manage lists of properties for sale.
● Collaborate and network with contractors, home inspectors, attorneys and other external stakeholders.
● Remain knowledgeable about the market and best practices. Quay 1 International Realty, Gardens.
Relationship Manager, April 2022- June 2022.
● Customer relationship via telephone, email and mobile.
● Business development management/sales.
● Conducting property valuations and brokering sales in conjunction with senior broker.
● Assisting with landlord and tenant requests.
● Maintaining a knowledge of inventory on the market.
● Managing outdoor marketing strategies.
● Keeping abreast with latest market trends and sales strategies.
● Assisting with digital marketing execution and strategy.
● Achieving a minimal goal of 90 calls a day, getting 25 emails from clients and getting at least 5 seller and rental leads a day.
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
● Volunteer at Dental Wellness Trust.
● Volunteer at Goodwood Wellness Centre
● Volunteer at iKamva Labantu Early Childhood Development.
● Oral health outreach programme at Lentegeur
PERSONAL SKILLS
● Good oral and written communication in English, Xhosa and basic skills in Afrikaans.
● Computer literacy (MS word, MS excel, Power Point, Outlook, Internet Explorer)
● Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
● Excellent telephone etiquette.
● Leadership skills.
● Reliable.
● Punctual.
● Highly organised.
● Able to be versatile.
● Able to work under pressure.
● Time management and multitasking.
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
● Reading research articles.
● Attending networking events and conferences.
● Gym.
● Adventurous activities.
REFEREES
1) Faculty of Dentistry :Mr Shaun Cozyn (Dean)
Address :University of the Western Cape.
Tel. :021-***-****
Email :adzbf7@r.postjobfree.com
2) Quay 1 :Simone Singh (Manager)
:adzbf7@r.postjobfree.com
3) Lionlead : Tameka Magrath (PA to CEO)
:tameka@lionleadreal estate.co.za
4) Live Real Estate :Jolene Alterskye (Director)
:adzbf7@r.postjobfree.com
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