About Mainstay

Mainstay is the leading market intelligence platform purpose built for buying, managing, and selling homes in the single family rental industry. As an AI native company, we turn complex data into clarity that helps the industry move forward with confidence. Founded within Opendoor, Mainstay launched as an independent company in 2024 and recently raised a Series A round led by Khosla Ventures.

Ready to shape the future of real estate with AI? Join Mainstay and help us redefine what’s possible in the single family rental space. If you thrive on solving complex problems and want to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing industry, we’d love to hear from you - apply now and let’s move the industry forward, together!

About the role

Join Mainstay as a Field Flex Agent (1099 Independent Contractor Agent) and take control of your earning potential while providing essential real estate field services. As a contractor, you will complete specific field tasks on behalf of Mainstay customers, earning compensation based on the work performed. This is an ideal opportunity for licensed real estate professionals looking for flexible field work, additional income, or a way to stay active in the industry without full-time commitments.

Mainstay’s Field Flex Agent Program allows you to leverage your expertise in real estate while maintaining full independence, choosing the tasks that best fit your schedule.

Please Note: You must live in proximity to one of these metro areas - Orlando, Miami, Fort Myers, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale

Who You Are

This role is perfect for real estate professionals who:

Want flexible earning opportunities – Work when and where you want by choosing the tasks that fit your schedule.
Are licensed real estate agents – You must hold an active real estate license in the state you are doing tasks in.
Are detail-oriented and reliable – Ensuring all tasks meet Mainstay’s quality standards.
Have strong communication skills – Providing professional service to Mainstay customers.
Are self-motivated and proactive – Managing your own workflow and completing tasks independently.

Requirements

Active real estate license.
Experience in real estate transactions (traditional sales, iBuying, or transaction coordination preferred)
Ability to complete assigned field tasks on time and with attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple listings, and diligent documentation.
Strong technical skills: Salesforce or a similar CRM, G-Suite, Slack, MacOS, and the ability to work in multiple systems simultaneously
Reliable transportation (for property-related tasks such as Home Check-Ins and Lockbox Installs)
Access to a smartphone and computer for task completion, documentation, and communication

Compensation

As a Field Flex Agent, you will be compensated per completed task. Tasks include Property walk-thrus, weekly property checks, home visits, vendor meetings & contract to close tasks.

Additional Earning Opportunities

Personal Transactions – Agents assisting their own buyers and sellers will retain 90% of the paid commission, with 10% allocated to Mainstay for licensing and administrative costs.

Why Join Mainstay as a 1099 Flex Agent?

Independence & Flexibility – Work on your own schedule, choosing the tasks that suit you.
Earn Per Task – No commission splits (except on personal transactions); you get paid for each completed task.
Stay Active in Real Estate – A great way to stay involved in the industry without committing to a full-time role.
Supplement Your Income – Whether you're a part-time or full time agent, transitioning between jobs, or just looking for extra cash, this program allows you to generate income on demand.

Interested? Apply today and start earning with the Mainstay 1099 Field Flex Agent Program!

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Mainstay Built on Trust

At Mainstay, trust is at the core of everything we do. We build trust with everyone -- from candidates to employees to partners. We believe in fairness and openness throughout our hiring process, evaluating candidates based on qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. Our privacy practices describe how we handle applicant information, you can find the policy details for California residents here.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, religious beliefs, or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at mainstay-recruiting@opendoor.com

Field Flex Agent - 1099 Independent Contractor - Florida (Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, Fort Myers)