Property Management Resume Keywords and Skills (Hard Skills)

Here are the keywords and skills that appear most frequently on recent Property Management job postings. In other words, these are the most sought after skills by recruiters and hiring managers. So try to include them on your resume where possible. Go to the Sample Templates ↓ below to see how to include them on your resume.

Remember that every job is different. Instead of including all these keywords on your resume, identify the keywords most relevant to the job you're applying to and include those. Use the free Targeted Resume tool to help with this.

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  • Property Management
  • Lease Administration
  • Real Estate
  • Apartments
  • Rentals
  • Working with Tenants
  • Yardi
  •  Find out what your resume's missing
  • Investment Properties
  • Fair Housing
  • Residential Real Estate
  • Real Estate Development
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Resident Retention
  • Real Estate Transactions
  • OneSite
  • Budgeting
  • Yardi Voyager
  • Negotiation
  • Sales
  • Property & Casualty Insurance
  • Insurance
  • General Insurance
  • Commercial Insurance
  • Claims Management
  • Foreclosures
  • Single Family Homes
  • Property Claims
  • Liability
  • Sellers
  • Working with First-Time Home Buyers
  • Casualty Insurance
  • Marketing
  • Working with Investors
  • Due Diligence
  • Asset Management
  • Facility Management (FM)
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Resume Skills: Real Estate Software

  • Yardi Voyager
  • AppFolio Property Manager
  • Buildium
  • Rent Manager
  • MRI Software
  • Argus Enterprise
  • AppFolio
  • Propertyware
  • QuickBooks
  • CoStar
  • Yardi Property Management
  • LoopNet
  • Costar
  • MLS
  • Yardi
  • MS Office
  • Zillow Premier Agent
  • Yardi Systems
  • MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  •  Match your resume to these skills

Resume Skills: Property Management

  • Lease Administration
  • Risk Management
  • Tenant Retention
  • Property Maintenance
  • Capital Budgeting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Tenant Relations
  • Evictions
  • Leases
  • Property Inspections
  • Market Analysis
  • Budgeting
  •  Match your resume to these skills

Resume Skills: Legal Compliance

Resume Skills: Languages

Resume Skills: Real Estate Platforms

Resume Skills: Sales & Customer Service

Resume Skills: Marketing

Resume Skills: Office Software

Resume Skills: Regulatory Knowledge

Resume Skills: Market Analysis

Resume Skills: Real Estate

Resume Skills: Real Estate Analytics

Resume Skills: Negotiation & Presentation

Resume Skills: Licenses & Certificates

  Does your resume contain all the right skills? Paste in your resume in the AI Resume Scan ↓ section below and get an instant score.

Compare Your Resume To These Property Management Skills (ATS Scan)

Paste your resume below and our AI will identify which keywords are missing from your resume from the list above (and what you need to include). Including the right keywords will help you get past Applicant Tracking Systems (i.e. resume screeners) which may scan your resume for keywords to see if you're a match for the job.

Sample Property Management Resume: How To Include These Skills

Add keywords directly into your resume's work experiences, education or Skills section, like we've shown in the examples below. Use the examples below as inspiration.

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Your Name
Property Management Professional
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
John Burns Real Estate Consulting March 2021 - Present
Senior Property Manager
Oversaw a property portfolio of over 350 units, increasing efficiency by 20% through strategic application of Yardi Voyager and OneSite software
Streamlined rent collection processes through automated systems, reducing late payments by 30%
Boosted tenant satisfaction by 60% by implementing efficient maintenance scheduling and responding swiftly to issues
Developed a leasing strategy that brought vacancy rates down by 40% in 9 months
Initiated timely and accurate budgeting, reducing property expenses by $100K annually
Resume Worded January 2018 - February 2021
Property Manager
Managed 150+ rental units and consistently maintained 98% occupancy rate
Trained and led a team of 7, improving productivity by 25% through regular reviews and feedback
Facilitated 150+ successful property transactions within a 3-year period, contributing substantially to company revenue
Spearheaded a resident retention program that reduced turnovers by 30%
Coached.com June 2014 - December 2017
Leasing Consultant
Exceeded sales targets by 50% for 3 consecutive years, leasing 100+ units
Implemented a leasing strategy which increased conversion rates by 30%
Established strong relationships with potential and current tenants, improving tenant satisfaction by 20%
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Academic Center January 2016
Master's Degree in Real Estate Management
Top of the class: Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Resume Worded University May 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration in Property Management
Minors in Finance and Economics
Awards: Resume Worded Talent Fellow, Dean's List 2012 (Top 10%)
SKILLS
Property Management/Real Estate Software: Yardi Voyager, AppFolio, Propertyware, Rent Manager, QuickBooks, CoStar
Regulatory Knowledge: Property law, Fair Housing regulations, Landlord-Tenant Act, building codes, health and safety laws
Market Analysis: Competitor Analysis, Pricing Strategy, Financial Forecasting, ROI Calculation, Profit Modeling
Languages: English (Native), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Property Manager (CPM) from Institute of Real Estate Management, LEED Green Associate Certificate
Leadership & Volunteering: John Burns Real Estate Consulting - Mentorship Program (Mentor), Resume Worded Association (Board Member)
Courses: Rent Control Laws Advocacy, Property Investment and Portfolio Management
Your Name
Real Estate Specialist
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
CBRE February 2021 - Present
Senior Real Estate Specialist
Negotiated 75+ property contracts resulting in 20% cost savings
Enhanced property value by 15% through strategic development initiatives
Mitigated risk by ensuring compliance with Fair Housing regulations in all dealings
Exceeded sales targets by 30% for 3 consecutive years
Successfully managed a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties
Resume Worded September 2017 - January 2021
Real Estate Consultant
Handled 200+ real estate transactions, contributing 25% to annual revenue
Increased client referrals by 40% through effective networking and client management
Achieved a 99% success rate in property negotiations
Organized open houses and property showcases, attracting 1000+ prospective tenants
Coached.com April 2014 - August 2017
Leasing Agent
Consistently exceeded leasing targets by 35% each month
Streamlined application processes, reducing tenant acquisition time by 50%
Increased property visibility by 60% through effective online and offline marketing strategies
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Academic Center May 2016
Master of Business Administration - Real Estate
Legend Scholar Award (only awarded to the top 1% of students)
Resume Worded University April 2014
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Real Estate and Urban Analysis
Senior Capstone Project in Real Estate Analysis
Magna Cum Laude (Top 10%), Deans List
SKILLS
Real Estate Analytics: Portfolio analysis, Cash flow analysis, Budgeting and forecasting, Lease review and abstraction, Real estate appraisal, Market trend assessment
Real Estate Software: Yardi Systems, MRI Software, CoStar, Argus Enterprise, LoopNet, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Negotiation & Presentation: Prospect negotiations, Lease negotiations, Investment proposals, Sales pitches, Client consultations, Stakeholder presentations
Licenses & Certificates: Real Estate Broker License, Certified Property Manager (CPM), LEED Green Associate, CCIM designation
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), LEED Green Associate
Professional Affiliations: Member, National Association of Realtors; Member, American Real Estate Society
Volunteering: Habitat For Humanity (Real Estate Consultant)
Your Name
Leasing Consultant
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
Zillow Group April 2021 - Present
Senior Leasing Specialist
Achieved $5M in leasing contracts over 12 months through personalized consultation
Improved tenant acquisition rate by 40% through targeted digital marketing campaigns
Streamlined contract process, reducing time to lease by 50%
Negotiated leasing terms to both parties' satisfaction, resulting in a 70% tenant retention rate
Managed a portfolio of 250+ units across multiple rental properties
Resume Worded October 2015 - March 2021
Leasing Consultant
Succeeded in maintaining above 95% occupancy rates for 3 consecutive years
Implemented an upgraded tenant screening process, decreasing payment default rates by 30%
Efficiently managed 200+ lease renewals annually
Coached.com January 2013 - October 2015
Leasing Agent
Managed leases for 150 apartment units with 100% accuracy
Collaborated with property managers to address tenant queries, improving satisfaction by 25%
Developed effective online listings, leading to an increase in property interest by 45%
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Institute February 2021
Advanced Diploma in Real Estate - Residential Leasing
Specialization in Zillow’s digital platforms, market analysis, and leasing negotiations
Resume Worded University December 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration
Minors in Real Estate Management and Marketing
Award: Real Estate Business Leadership (Top 10% in business strategies for real estate)
SKILLS
Real Estate Platforms: Zillow, Trulia, RentPath, Apartments.com, MLS Listings
Sales & Customer Service: Salesforce, Zoho CRM, Cold Calling, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
Marketing: Social Media Marketing, Content Writing, SEO, Google Analytics, Email Marketing
Office Software: MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP) - NAA (January 2016)
Awards: Rookie of the Year Award - Zillow Group (2021)
Volunteering: Housing Assistance Volunteer - Local Homeless Shelter (2014-2020)
Professional Affiliations: Active member of the National Apartment Association (NAA) and Rental Housing Association (RHA)
Your Name
Real Estate Consultant
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
Savills Studley May 2021 - Present
Senior Real Estate Consultant
Successfully closed 80+ property deals within the first year, exceeding target by 30%
Acted as an advisor in 200+ investment property purchases, increasing portfolio value by $20M
Implemented innovative property marketing techniques, reducing time taken to close a deal by 40%
Managed a clients’ portfolio of commercial properties worth $50M
Nurtured strategic relationships with financial and real-estate professionals, boosting referral rates by 60%
Resume Worded July 2016 - April 2021
Real Estate Advisor
Oversaw compliance with Fair Housing laws for 100+ real estate transactions
Achieved a 90% client satisfaction rate after servicing 150+ clients
Used advanced market analysis to advise clients, reducing their investment risks by 30%
Coached.com March 2012 - June 2016
Real Estate Analyst
Delivered detailed property value estimations, facilitating 50+ successful transactions
Enhanced investment portfolio performance by 25% by providing strategic advice
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Institute May 2021
Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
Focusing on financial analysis, market analysis, user decision analysis and investment analysis.
Resume Worded University February 2012
Master of Business Administration - Real Estate
Concentration in Real Estate Finance and Investment, Top 10% of the class.
SKILLS
Real Estate Software: Argus Enterprise, Costar, MLS, Yardi, MS Office, Zillow Premier Agent
Real Estate Skills: Property Management, Market Analysis, Investment Analysis, Financial Analysis, Negotiation, Real Estate Development
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Property Manager (CPM), National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Leadership & Volunteering: Local Real Estate Association (Board Member 2018-2020), United Way Annual Real Estate Charity Event (Committee Member since 2015)
Projects: Launched a successful real estate podcast reaching 10k+ listeners in its first year.
Your Name
Residential Property Manager
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
Weitzman Group June 2021 - Present
Senior Residential Property Manager
Managed a residential property portfolio of over 500 units, yielding an annual revenue of $25M
Developed a cost-effective maintenance plan that saved $150K per year
Negotiated 200+ lease contracts that resulted in 95% occupancy rates
Introduced a tenant retention program that boosted lease renewal rates by 60%
Spearheaded a cross-training program that improved team efficiency by 30%
Resume Worded August 2017 - May 2021
Residential Property Manager
Implemented automated rent collection systems, reducing delinquency by 40%
Handled rent escalations with a 100% dispute resolution rate
Boosted tenant satisfaction by 50% through efficient response to concerns
Coached.com February 2014 - July 2017
Leasing Consultant
Leased 80+ units annually, exceeding targets by 20%
Implemented a prospective tenant follow-up strategy that increased lease signups by 30%
Achieved a 95% satisfaction rate through effective tenant communication
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Institute June 2021
Certified Property Manager (CPM)
Obtained the certification while working full-time as a Senior Property Manager
Resume Worded University December 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Real Estate
Concentration in Property Management
Awards: Team Leader of the Champion Team of the Annual Real Estate Case Study Competition
SKILLS
Property Management: Tenant Relations, Evictions, Leases, Property Inspections, Market Analysis, Budgeting
Real Estate Software: Yardi Property Management, Buildium, AppFolio, QuickBooks, CoStar, LoopNet
Marketing: SEO, SEM, Social Media Advertising, Google Analytics, Email Marketing, Content Creation
Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational)
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) - National Apartment Association, LEED Green Associate
Leadership & Volunteering: Co-founder and Vice President of the local chapter of the Association of Residential Property Managers (ARPM), Participated in the 'Homes for All' non-profit initiative providing affordable housing solutions in the community
Projects: Initiated a 'Green Homes' project promoting sustainable choices among tenants, leading to a 30% reduction in energy costs and winning the 'Innovation in Property Management' award
Courses: Continuing education course in Affordable Property Management - Institute of Real Estate Management
Your Name
Commercial Property Manager
City, Country  •  (123) 456-789  •  [email protected]  •  linkedin.com/in/your-profile
EXPERIENCE
JLL July 2021 - Present
Senior Commercial Property Manager
Managed commercial properties worth over $100M, maintaining a 97% occupancy rate
Negotiated 80+ commercial leases, safeguarding company interests
Implemented energy-saving measures, reducing property expenses by $500K in 12 months
Managed insurance for 500+ commercial units, ensuring seamless cover
Built strong relationships with 300+ tenants, with a 40% increase in lease renewals
Resume Worded January 2016 - June 2021
Commercial Property Manager
Optimized maintenance schedules, avoiding 90% of major repairs
Secured $5M in commercial leases annually, sustaining property revenue
Reduced vacancy time by 50% through proactive marketing and showings
Coached.com June 2011 - December 2015
Leasing Officer
Closed 40+ lease deals annually, bolstering company revenue
Streamlined tenant screening process, minimizing default risks
Maintained a tenant retention rate of 90% through proactive communication and service
EDUCATION
Resume Worded Institute December 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Real Estate Management
Specialization in Commercial Property Management
Resume Worded University May 2011
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Studies
Concentration in Sustainable Designs
Graduated with Honors
SKILLS
Property Management: Lease Administration, Risk Management, Tenant Retention, Property Maintenance, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting
Real Estate Software and Tools: Yardi Voyager, AppFolio Property Manager, Buildium, Rent Manager, MRI Software, Argus Enterprise
Legal Compliance: ADA Compliance, HUD Regulations, Fair Housing Laws, State Real Estate Laws, Local Building Codes, Environmental Regulations
Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational), French (Basic)
OTHER
Certifications: Certified Property Manager (CPM), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
Leadership & Volunteering: Property Management Association (Board Member, 2018 - Present), Local Homeless Shelter Program (Volunteered, 2015 - 2017)
Awards: Property Manager of the Year Award 2019 - Resume Worded

How do I add skills to a Property Management resume?

1
Review the job posting closely.

Go through the Property Management posting you're applying to, and identify hard skills the company is looking for. For example, skills like Working with Tenants, Real Estate and Property Management are possible skills. These are skills you should try to include on your resume.

2
Add industry skills like Rentals and Investment Properties.

Add other common skills from your industry - such as Lease Administration, Yardi and Apartments - into your resume if they're relevant.

3
Add skills into your work experience.

Incorporate skills - like Single Family Homes, Budgeting and Commercial Real Estate - into your work experience too. This shows hiring managers that you have practical experience with these tools, techniques and skills.

4
Show examples of where you trained people.

On Property Management resumes, you should give specific accomplishments that involve you training others, whether that's in your team or other stakeholders.

5
Highlight leadership and management skills.

Hiring managers often want to see evidence of leadership and management on a Property Management resume, so try to include any examples of where you led a project or managed other people.

6
Use the exact job title.

Try to add the exact job title, Property Management, somewhere into your resume to get past resume screeners. See the infographic for how to do this.

Property Management Resume Templates

Here are examples of proven resumes in related jobs and industries, approved by experienced hiring managers. Use them as inspiration when you're writing your own resume. You can even download and edit the resume template in Google Docs.

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Word Cloud for Property Management Skills & Keywords

The following word cloud highlights the most popular keywords that appear on Property Management job descriptions. The bigger the word, the more frequently it shows up on employer's job postings. If you have experience with these keywords, include them on your resume.

Top Property Management Skills and Keywords to Include On Your Resume

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Frequently Asked Questions

What skills should you add to a Property Management resume?

Some effective Property Management skills you can add to your resume include:

  • Property Management
  • Lease Administration
  • Real Estate
  • Apartments
  • Rentals
  • Working with Tenants
  • Yardi
  • Investment Properties

What are the differences in resume skills between a Property Specialist and a Property Management Specialist?

If you are writing a Property Specialist resume, try to emphasize skills like Real Estate, Property & Casualty Insurance, Property Management, Investment Properties, Residential Real Estate, Insurance, Real Estate Transactions and General Insurance.

Similarly, if you are writing a Property Management Specialist resume, emphasize skills like Lease Administration, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate Development, Rentals and Apartments.

What are good resume skills to include for different Property Management roles and job titles?

Depending on the specific role you apply to, you may need to emphasize different skill sets. Here are a few examples:

  • Property Management Specialist: Property Management, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Residential Real Estate and Lease Administration
  • Property Specialist: Property & Casualty Insurance, Insurance, Real Estate Transactions, General Insurance and Commercial Insurance
  • Property Director: Contract Negotiation, Commercial Real Estate, Budgeting, Real Estate Development and Apartments

Target your Resume to a Job Description

While the keywords above are a good indication of what skills you need on your resume, you should try to find additional keywords that are specific to the job. To do this, use the free Targeted Resume tool. It analyzes the job you are applying to and finds the most important keywords you need on your resume.

It is personalized to your resume, and is the best way to ensure your resume will pass the automated resume filters.

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