About the Company:
Direct Property Aid is the highest-rated real estate investment firm in Illinois, with an outstanding 4.9-star rating on Google. We specialize in acquiring distressed properties and transforming them into thriving rental units or beautifully rehabbed homes. Our mission goes beyond business success—we are committed to providing rewarding opportunities for our employees and making a positive impact on the communities we serve. Integrity, resilience, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do, and our customers love working with us!
Why Join Us:
At Direct Property Aid, you’ll join a high-performing team that’s driven to be the best in the industry. Our 4.9-star Google rating reflects our commitment to exceptional customer service, and you’ll be part of a company with a solid reputation. In this role, you will work with hot inbound leads and appointments set for you daily, identifying property owners who are looking to sell and negotiating the best possible terms. This is a role for someone who’s ready to think outside the box, build relationships, and solve problems creatively.
We’ve made it incredibly easy for our team to succeed. Our streamlined approach to real estate investing, combined with ongoing investments in new marketing channels, technology, and team development, ensures you have the support and tools you need to thrive.
Role Overview:
The Account Executive I (Real Estate Acquisition Specialist) will focus heavily on prospecting with our 10-line dialer that makes it incredibly easy to get connected to opportunities, as well as following up with appointments set for you daily and working with hot, inbound leads. Your primary responsibility will be identifying property owners who are eager to sell and negotiating favorable terms for both parties. This position requires a blend of out-of-the-box thinking, sharp communication skills, and strong relationship-building abilities. Your success in this role will have a direct impact on the company’s growth and the well-being of the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
- Follow up on appointments set for you daily, as well as work with hot, inbound leads.
- Power dialing a list of leads from a 10-line dialer (Making it very easy to prospect).
- Identify property owners who are looking to sell and negotiate favorable terms.
- Think creatively to solve challenges and find the best solutions for clients.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with business and customer contacts, ensuring high client satisfaction.
- Manage your pipeline using CRM, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
- Diligently follow up with clients, documenting all interactions in the CRM system.
- Educate potential clients on how we can assist them and explain our process.
- Collaborate with the team to continually improve client service and satisfaction.
- Identify and report any client concerns to the Sales Manager.
- Ensure a smooth transition for clients from initial contact to closing.
Performance Expectations:
- Achieve or exceed KPIs and sales targets, consistently closing deals.
- Accurately document client information in CRM at the end of each day.
- Provide consistent follow-up with all qualified prospects.
- Keep sales stats and pipeline updated daily to track progress.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in high-volume sales, especially in a business-to-consumer (B2C) environment.
- Exceptional communication skills, both over the phone and in person.
- Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
- Ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions to client needs.
- Adaptability to new sales processes, technologies, and strategies.
- Self-motivated, independent, and able to manage time effectively.
- A passion for helping others and building lasting relationships.
Location:
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to Lakeview in Chicago, Illinois.
Schedule:
- Full-time, flex hours, 45 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
Salary:
- Base salary of $25,000 to $50,000 annually (based on experience) for 6 months to ease your transition while you build a pipeline at DPA. After 6 months the position would be 100% commission only.
- OTE: $115,000 - $175,000 in the first year and $165,000 - $350,000+ in the second year.
Work Location:
- In-person/On-site at our Lakeview office (Chicago, IL 60657).
Why Direct Property Aid?
Join a company where success is built on a streamlined, supportive environment. With the right training, new marketing channels, and cutting-edge technology, you’ll have everything you need to succeed. If you're driven, motivated, and eager to make a positive impact while building your career in real estate investing, Direct Property Aid is the place for you!
