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Residential Property Management/Expert Profile
Expertise
I will be happy to answer property management questions for residential units (single-family, multi-family), commercial properties, condominium associations and industrial properties.
Experience in the area
Over twenty years of property management and asset management experience managing and maintaining a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Experienced managing single family homes, duplexes, triple-deckers, multi-plexes, housing developments, homeowner associations, residential condominium associations, commercial properties, industrial property, and raw land. 7 Years managing over 2000 units of public housing property (state elderly and family as well as federal elderly and family developments). Experienced with union contracts, grievances and negotiations. Excellent management and computer skills, including wireless networking.
Organizations
Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO), National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Education/Credentials
Certified Property Manager (CPM), Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), Accredited Commercial Manager (ACoM), Public Housing Manager (PHM)
Awards and Honors
Certified Property Manager of the Year 2009 - Boston Chapter Number 4 of the Institute of Real Estate Management, Certified Property Manager of the Year 2008 - Boston Chapter Number 4 of the Institute of Real Estate Management
Past/Present Clients
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC), United States Marshals Service (USMS), United States Department of Justice (USDOJ)
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Pat | 10/31/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for you suggestions. Unfortunately we ..... |
| Melodee | 10/31/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very helpful. Seemed very knowledgeable. Quick and ..... |
| Mary | 10/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| judy | 09/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your reply ..... |
| Tina | 07/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Owen Ahearn
2009-10-30 Unkept property in neighborhood:
Pat- Thank you for your question to AllExperts. The question that you have raised is quite common. If the trailer does not meet minimum standards of upkeep, there may be options with a management
2009-10-25 California-renting room in a house:
Melodee- Thank you for taking the time to write to AllExperts. The situation that you have presented is filled with discrimination on behalf of the owner/landlord. It appears that she is in an illegal
2009-10-22 Is this property manager legitimate?:
Thank you for your question to AllExperts. Although I am not familiar with the laws in Colorado, I can offer some advice to you. The lease that you sign is between the Lessor (owner) and the Lessee (tenant)
2009-09-10 Property Manager Charges:
Linda- Earlier today, I answered a similar question from another person about the markup of maintenance by their management company. In essence, they wanted to know if there was a industry standard
2009-09-09 property management charges:
Linda- I don't know if there is an industry standard for the reimbursement of items purchased at your local Home Depot or hardware store. Personally we would not "mark up" or increase the charge but
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