SANDRA M. GAINES
*** ********* *****, ******** *******, Virginia 23075 H: 804-***-**** C: 804-***-****
*************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Dedicated Property Manager with more than 27 years overseeing a diversified portfolio of
Commercial, Taxed Credit and Section 8 Properties. I'm versed in all aspects of leasing, marketing,
Staffing financial reviews and budgeting. I'm adept in customer relations, sales collections and real
Estate management. I'm a quality-focused Property Manager who genuinely cares about property
conditions, resident satisfaction and fulfilling property owner needs. I'm highly skilled in conflict
resolution and mediation techniques. I'm committed to providing quality service in all facets of
property management.
HIGHLIGHTS
Multi-family property
management
Skilled multi-tasks
Team player
I.R.E.M Certified Property
Manager
Microsoft Office
Knowledge of leasing and
market conditions
Certified VHDA Compliance
Classes
VAMA Certified
Valid Virginia driver's license
Decisive
Fair housing mandates
National Apartment Association
(NAA) member
COS Certified
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Developed annual budgets, including determining short and long-term goals to support the overall profit and growth objectives for the companies.
Implemented new rent collection procedures, increasing rental income to
better the profit status of the company. Decreased operating costs by
implementing new cost control procedures. Maintained 100% occupied
property for well over 11 years during my stay at Reflections. Received several award for maintaining outstanding grounds, patios housekeeping, resident reproes to include 100%
Delinquencies on properties. I've constantly received outstanding HUD/VHDA
Audit reviews based on my highly skilled, well maintained, extremely strong compliance resident file to include site inspections of an entire property
Experience
05/2005 to 02/2016 Resident Manager
Ripley Heatwole Company Virginia Beach, Virginia
Manage and maintained the overall daily function of a Resident Manager by
Working with the owners to identify, develop and achieve community goals
and objectives. Compiled and conveyed all operational and financial data t
the regional manager. Wrote clear and concise owner's reports based on
findings from quarterly financial statements. Managed all day-to-day
activities involving tenants, subcontractors and maintenance departments.
Maintained in-depth knowledge of competition through consistent
evaluation of market conditions and trends. Support the Leasing Consultant in
the leasing of apartments and ensure that Fair Housing guidelines are being
followed; verify potential resident applications. Post rental collections, make
bank deposits and oversee the administration of accounting functions for the
community. Conduct a monthly market survey and recommend pricing
changes. Maintain resident lease files and computer records for the
community. Process notices to vacate & manage delinquency/file evictions
as necessary. Perform administrative duties as assigned by Regional Manager.
03/1998 to 04/2005 Resident Manager
Main Street Realty Richmond, Virginia
Worked with the owners to identify, develop and achieve community goals
and objectives. Manage and maintained the daily functions of a Property
Manager. My duties were to Monitored and documented all income, includin
Delinquencies
Conducted apartment tours for potential tenants and
answered any questions. Handled customer complaints personally to verify
they were properly handled. Collected and kept careful records of rental
payments. Managed all day-to-day activities involving tenants,
subcontractors and property management. Wrote clear and concise owner's
reports based on findings from quarterly financial statements. Monitored
common areas for cleanliness and safety. Compiled and conveyed all
operational and financial data to the regional manager.
02/1994 to 02/1998 Leasing & Managers Assistant
The William Byrd Apartment Homes Richmond, Virginia
Newly Renovated Historic Senior Property. Was instrumental in the Lease up
of this entire building. Conducted apartment tours for potential tenants and
answered any questions. Collected and kept careful records of rental
payments. Handled customer complaints personally to verify they were
properly handled. Managed overall tenant relations, including promoting
tenant satisfaction and streamlining services delivery. Monitored common
areas for cleanliness and safety. Updated tenant and unit information to keep
current in housing database. Reviewed completed applications and assessed
household information against file history and program regulations. Notified
property manager when change in existing tenants circumstances might
affect continued eligibility. Conducted annual re-examination appointments
and housekeeping inspections. Once again, this was a property that secured
100% occupancy and 0 delinquencies...
06/1989 to 01/1994 Assisting Property Manager
Winn Management Company Richmond, Virginia
This too was a newly developed Historic Senior Property. My duties were to
fully manage and maintain the daily routine and activities of this property.
Collected and kept careful records of rental payments. Maintained excellent
customer relationships with the residents. Monitored and documented all
income, including delinquencies. Handled resident complaints personally to
verify they were properly handled. Monitor all compliance file to assure they
meet the HUD/VHDA audit standards. Wrote clear and concise owner's reports
based on findings from quarterly financial statements. Compiled and
conveyed all operational and financial data to the Head Manager. Updated
tenant and unit information to keep current in housing database. Reviewed
completed applications and assessed household information against file
history and program regulations. Reviewed completed applications and
assessed household information against file history and program regulations.
Conducted annual re-examination appointments and housekeeping
inspections. Maintained a 100% occupancy and 0 delinquency status for this
property. Managed 2 properties
EDUCATION
12
High School Diplomas: Academic
John F. Kennedy High School Richmond, Virginia, City
Member of Honors, Spanish and Majorette Club
Who's Who among American High School Students?
Vice President of Senior Class
4.1 GPA
Coursework in Business Management and Administration
Coursework in Finance and Accounting Coursework in Real Estate Law, Risk
Management and Fair Housing etc.
1980
Accounting/Management
J. S. Reynolds Community College Richmond, Virginia, City
Coursework in Finance and Accounting Management. 2-years completed
* References: Provide at request of employer