What is a property agent?

A property agent (real estate agent) connects buyers/renters with property owners. Generally in Bangladesh they work in two main ways:

  • Professional agents: registered with an agency or operate as a sole consultant, keep records, offer contracts and receipts, and follow a routine marketing process.

  • Informal agents: rely on word of mouth, WhatsApp groups, and quick cash deals without documentation. They often survive on quick commissions but have unstable income and higher legal risk.

How agents work — professionally vs informally

Professional workflow

  1. Meet owner → sign a property agreement (duration, asked price, commission).

  2. Market the property (photos, listing platforms, social media).

  3. Find interested buyers → negotiate price.

  4. Close deal → collect commission as per agreement → provide receipt.

Informal workflow

  • Owner calls agent; agent shares via WhatsApp or personal network; quick handshakes; commission taken in cash; no paperwork. Fast but risky.

How to deal with property owners (the right way)

  • Do a written agreement (even one page): property details, price, commission percentage, duration, exclusivity.

  • Take sufficient time for the marketing.

  • Keep receipts and records of every payment and show your professionalism.

  • Always keep in touch in call or Whatsapp and provide the progress or updates.

  • Set realistic deal: Never promise a fixed sale date or unrealistic price.

Lead generation: Facebook, Bikroy, Property64.com

Marketplaces made the sale easier. As a property agent, you should take the advantage of all the platforms. As much marketing, as much lead, as much sale.

Try to post in the targeted groups on Facebook. Though Facebook is not the best platform to find serious buyers. Bikroy.com, Property64.com or rest other platforms could be the best choice for a real estate agent in Bangladesh. You should also buy the Featured, Top, Bump Up, Membership etc benefits of this kind of listing platforms. Usually, the charge is not higher enough comparing the commission you may earn from the sale.

Actually an agent should be smarter in online use and having digital marketing knowledge should be a great advantage for him.

Act like a consultant — Be loyalty & trusted

Position yourself as a consultant, not a typical salesperson. You may advise the property owner for the pricing, small repairs and more opportunities.

How to close the deal safely and collect commission

  1. You already have a agreement and keep in mind all the terms & conditions.

  2. Meet at the owner’s preferred place or lawyer’s office for final signing.

  3. Commission collection:

    • For rentals: Typical practice is 1 month’s rent (sometimes 50–100% of one month) paid by the owner.

    • For sales: Commission is usually a percentage or fixed amount agreed. Follow the agreement properly.

  4. Issue an official money receipt or invoice for the property owner and keep a copy to yourself.

Mistakes agents must avoid

  • No written agreement with the owner.

  • Over asking price during the deal.

  • Hiding any defects of the property.

  • Slow response to the interested buyers.

  • Sharing owner or buyer contact without any reason.

  • Taking cash without any receipt or record.

  • Not obeying the laws (stamp, registration steps for sale).

  • Don’t act like a owner. Be honest and transparent to the buyer.

Create your own identity as a real estate agent

  • Branding basics: Simple logo, business card, Business profile with catalogue, and consistent name (Example: “Ali Hossain — Gulshan Property Consultant”).

  • Online presence: A free Facebook page, awareness building video making, active listings on Bikroy and Property64, and a personal website with customer testimonials will make you more trusted.

  • Niche down: Specialize on specific area or specific category like only land or apartment. It will be easier for you to deal and find interested clients.

  • Uniform and punctuality: When you are selling something, you should be very punctual and smart.

Example: Daily routine of a professional agent

  • 9:00 am –10:00 am — Check new leads from Facebook/Bikroy/Property64, reply to messages.

  • 10:00 am– 01:00 pm – Try to attain 2 – 3 clients to show the property in your areas.

  • 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm – Take lunch, Prayer or anything you want to do.

  • 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm — Meet with the upcoming property owners and settle down agreement.

  • 05:00–07:00 — Upload Listings and spend time on marketing.

The future of property agents in Bangladesh

  • Digitization: Portals and social media is growing faster, but agents who add verification guaranty by the lawyers, local knowledge, and personal consultancy will remain valuable.

  • Verification & trust: Demand for verified listings and agents who provide documentation will increase.

  • Hybrid model: Digital marketing and field work combination will win in future.

How much can a top-rated agent earn? (practical example)

  • Sale deals: If an agent closes 1 sale per month on average BDT 1.5 crore with 1% commission → BDT 150,000 from that sale.

  • Top agents (regular listings + repeat clients + agency ties + word of mouth) can earn the equivalent of several lakh BDT/month during busy months; averages vary city-to-city and depend on reputation.

Becoming a successful property agent in Bangladesh is not about luck. It’s about trust, consistency, and smart use of digital tools.