Real Estate Sales Training Manual
Real Estate Sales Training Manual
Included Topics:
• Real Estate Fundamentals
• Project Phases
• Sales Lifecycle
• Site Visit to Closure Process
• Documentation & Legal Compliance
• CRM Tools & Professional Growth
• Sales Skills & Client Handling
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Table of Contents
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SECTION 5: REAL ESTATE TERMINOLOGY (A–Z Reference) – Page 14
(With tabular explanations of key terms)
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9.4 Site Inventory Management
9.5 Handling Objections Professionally
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1.1 What is Real Estate?
Real estate refers to land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings, homes,
apartments, offices, shops, and more. It also includes natural resources like water, trees, and
minerals found on the property. Real estate is both a physical asset and an important part of the
economy, as it involves buying, selling, renting, and managing property.
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• Luxury Real Estate
High-end residential or commercial properties offering premium amenities, superior location,
architecture, and lifestyle.
Examples: Penthouses, Sea-view apartments, Golf-course villas, High-end office spaces.
Targeted at HNI (High Net-worth Individuals) and NRIs seeking exclusivity, privacy, and
investment value.
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SECTION 2: SALES IN REAL ESTATE
2.1 What is Real Estate Sales?
Real estate sales involve connecting buyers with suitable properties. A sales executive helps
clients understand available options, conducts property visits, explains project details, and
guides them through negotiation and paperwork until the deal is closed. It’s a client-focused,
target-driven role.
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Negotiation: Help bridge gaps between client budget and property price
Listening: Understand what the client really wants before suggesting options
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SECTION 3: PROJECT PHASES
A real estate project progresses through multiple stages from concept to completion.
Understanding these phases helps sales professionals guide buyers appropriately and manage
their expectations. The three primary phases are: Pre-Launch, Under Construction, and
Ready-to-Move-in.
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Regular updates are shared with buyers through:
o Site photographs
o Progress reports
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Buyers receive:
o Final sale deed or registry copy
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SECTION 4: TYPES OF SALES
This section covers the different types of real estate sales based on the nature and purpose of
the property. Each type requires a unique approach in terms of buyer engagement, project
knowledge, and sales strategy.
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4.3 Luxury Property Sales
Definition:
Luxury sales involve high-end, premium real estate properties offering superior features,
exclusivity, and lifestyle. This includes penthouses, villas, golf-course residences, and
branded residences.
Key Features:
Targeted at HNI (High Net-worth Individuals) or NRI clients.
Properties with high-end specifications, privacy, and prestige.
Often located in prime, gated communities or city landmarks.
Sales Approach:
Focus on brand value, craftsmanship, customization, and concierge services.
Maintain a highly personalized, discreet, and value-driven approach.
Showcase lifestyle benefits over price and square footage.
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SECTION 5: REAL ESTATE TERMINOLOGY (A–Z)
Detailed Reference Table for Training
Detailed
Formula / Regulation /
Term Simple Meaning Explanation &
Example Notes
Use Case
RERA
Area where you
If Bedroom = 150 mandates
can lay a carpet –
Actual usable area sq.ft., Living = 200 builders to
Carpet Area excludes walls,
inside a flat sq.ft., Carpet = 150 disclose carpet
balconies, and
+ 200 = 350 sq.ft. area only (Sec
common areas
2(k))
Often called
SBA = Built-up +
Includes share of "Saleable
(Common Area ×
Super Built-Up Built-up area + share staircase, lift lobby, Area",
% Share) = 500 +
Area in common spaces etc.; used to discouraged by
(300 × 25%) = 575
calculate price RERA for
sq.ft.
pricing
Used to calculate
Price = BSR PLC, GST, EDC,
BSR (Basic Sale Base rate per the basic cost
₹6,000 × 1,000 IDC, etc. are
Rate) sq.ft./sq.m. before taxes &
sq.ft. = ₹60,00,000 added on top
charges
Collected
Collected by
IDC based on
developer to cover
(Infrastructure Cost for internal sanctioned
internal N/A
Development roads, water, drainage area or unit
infrastructure
Charges) size; varies by
within the project
state
Collected by
Govt. charges for
EDC (External builder, paid to
Charges for external roads, sewerage,
Development N/A authorities like
city-level services transport near the
Charges) HUDA, GNIDA,
project
etc.
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Detailed
Formula / Regulation /
Term Simple Meaning Explanation &
Example Notes
Use Case
For alarms,
FFC (Fire Mandatory
Cost for fire safety extinguishers,
Fighting N/A under National
infrastructure sprinklers, fire
Charges) Building Code
exits in project
Refundable
IFMS (Interest- Taken by
Refundable deposit IFMS = ₹50 per after
Free developer till
for future sq.ft. × 1,000 sq.ft. possession
Maintenance society (RWA) is
maintenance = ₹50,000 when RWA
Security) formed
takes over
Paid to
For transformers,
EEC (External electricity
Charges for external power lines,
Electrification N/A boards
electric supply setup streetlights outside
Charges) (DISCOMs) via
project
builder
5% Residential (no
Paid on base price, No GST if
ITC), 1%
GST (Goods & Tax on under- PLC, parking, etc. Occupancy
Affordable
Services Tax) construction property (not on ready Certificate (OC)
Housing, 12%
units) is issued
Commercial
Applicable to
Protects buyers,
all projects
Regulatory authority ensures timely
RERA N/A above 500
for real estate delivery &
sq.m. or 8+
transparency
units
Examples: “Only
Could be location, Crucial for
USP (Unique golf-view
Project’s unique amenities, price marketing &
Selling apartments in
benefit advantage, green lead
Proposition) city” or “Smart
design conversion
homes with Alexa”
Lease vs Rent Long-term vs short- Lease: 3–5 years Lease: Lease offers
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Detailed
Formula / Regulation /
Term Simple Meaning Explanation &
Example Notes
Use Case
₹50,000/month
with fixed terms.
for 3 years; Rent: stability; Rent
term occupancy Rent:
₹20,000/month offers
agreements monthly/annual
with 11-month flexibility
with flexibility
agreement
If circle rate is
Ready Reckoner Minimum govt. Used to calculate ₹5,000/sq.ft. × Cannot register
Rate (Circle property rate for stamp duty and 1,000 sq.ft. = property below
Rate) registration registration fees ₹50,00,000 = Min this rate
registry value
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SECTION 6: CALCULATIONS & COMMERCIALS
Sub-
Title Explanation Formula / Example (if any)
section
Total cost includes the base
price and all added charges. Total Cost = (Base Price ×
Salespersons must provide Area) + PLC + EDC/IDC +
6.1 Total Cost Calculation
clients with the “all- GST + IFMS + Parking +
inclusive” amount, not just Lease Rent + Other Charges
the base rate.
These are additional charges
levied on top of the base
price.
🔹 PLC (Preferential Add each charge to base
Location Charges): price.
Charged for special unit Example: If Base =
PLC, GST, EDC/IDC locations (e.g. park-facing, ₹5000/sq.ft, PLC =
6.2
Inclusion corner). ₹100/sq.ft, Area = 1000 sq.ft
🔹 GST: 5% (on under-
construction without ITC). ⇒ Total = ₹(5000+100) ×
🔹 EDC/IDC: 1000 = ₹51,00,000
External/Internal
development charges by
authority for infrastructure.
🔹 Down Payment Plan:
Buyer pays major amount
upfront (e.g., 80–90%
DP Example: 90% in 60
within 30–60 days).
days, 10% on possession.
Down Payment vs 🔹 CLP (Construction
6.3 CLP Example: 10% booking,
Construction-Linked Plan Linked Plan): Payment is
10% excavation, 10%
done in stages based on
basement, etc.
construction progress.
Used to ease buyer’s cash
flow.
EMI Formula: EMI =
Buyers taking home loans P×R×(1+R)NP × R ×
pay monthly EMIs. EMI (1+R)^NP×R×(1+R)N /
depends on amount, interest (1+R)N−1(1+R)^N -
6.4 EMI & Loan Basics
rate, and tenure. Loan 1(1+R)N−1
typically covers 75–90% of Where P = loan amount, R =
property value. monthly interest rate, N =
number of months
Shows how profitable a ROI = (Net Annual Return /
property is. Important when Cost of Investment) × 100
ROI (Return on
6.5 selling to investors. Example: If property cost =
Investment)
Calculated based on rental ₹60L, annual rent = ₹3L
income or appreciation. ROI = (3L / 60L) × 100 = 5%
6.6 Brokerage/Commission Brokerages earn Example: If sale value =
Models commission from either ₹80L, commission = 1.5%
buyer, seller, or builder. Can Commission = ₹1.2L
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Sub-
Title Explanation Formula / Example (if any)
section
be fixed or percentage-
based.
Some firms offer slab-based
Usually 1–2% of the
incentives: ₹1L for ₹1 Cr
transaction value in resale;
sale, ₹2L for ₹2 Cr sale, etc.
fixed slabs or tiered slabs in
primary sales.
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SECTION 7: DOCUMENTATION & LEGAL COMPLIANCE (Made Simple)
Think of this section as a step-by-step checklist for a property purchase. Each document plays
a key role in the process.
6. KYC, PAN & Legal Due Diligence – “Know the Buyer & the Property”
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KYC (Know Your Customer): Includes ID proof like Aadhar, PAN, and address proof.
PAN Card: Mandatory for property transactions above ₹10 lakh.
Legal Due Diligence: Verifying that the land title is clear, approvals are in place, and the
property is free from legal disputes.
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SECTION 8: SITE VISITS & CLOSURE PROCESS
o Know the Product: Be familiar with layout, inventory, USP (unique selling
proposition), pricing.
o Route & Access: Guide the client smoothly from office to site.
Material Preparation:
o Carry brochures, pricing sheets, floor plans, comparison charts.
Client Comfort:
o Offer water, AC cab, umbrella (if needed), and refreshments if available at site.
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o Bundle Deals: Offer IFMS, parking, or modular kitchen if needed.
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SECTION 9: TOOLS, REPORTS & CRM
9.1 Lead Management Tools
Purpose: To track and manage every inquiry from first contact to closure.
Tools Used: Excel, Google Sheets, CRM systems like Sell.Do, Salesforce, Zoho,
MagicBricks Pro, IQ Setter.
Key Functions:
o Assigning leads to sales reps
o Updating lead status (New, Follow-up, Site Visit, Negotiation, Closed, Dropped)
o Follow-ups done
o Closures/proposals given
Why Important: Helps managers track productivity and ensures no lead is missed.
9.3 WhatsApp, Call Scripts, Email Templates
WhatsApp:
o Share project brochures, location, price sheets
Call Scripts:
o Structured way to introduce yourself and pitch the project
Email Templates:
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o Standardized formats for:
First contact
Sending project details
Thank you after site visits
Booking confirmation
9.4 Site Inventory Management
What It Means: Knowing which units are available, sold, or blocked in real-time.
Tools: Shared project inventory sheets, ERP/CRM-based inventory trackers.
Why It Matters:
o Avoids offering already sold units
o “Location is far”
How to Handle:
o Acknowledge the concern
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SECTION 10: PROFESSIONALISM & GROWTH
This section focuses on how a real estate professional should present themselves, behave
ethically, and grow their career in the long term.
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10.4 Career Path in Real Estate
Fresher/Junior Executive: Learning phase – focus on training, shadowing seniors, and
lead handling.
Sales Executive: Active on-field role – managing clients, pitching, follow-ups, closures.
Team Leader/Manager: Handling team targets, guiding juniors, managing site
activities.
Sales Head/Business Head: Responsible for project-level sales, planning, team
management, and strategy.
Entrepreneurial Growth: After enough experience, you may start your own
consultancy or become a channel partner.
Growth in real estate depends on performance, consistency, learning, and professionalism –
there’s no cap for deserving candidates.
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