STEPHEN
WENDT
******@*****.***
West Bloomfield, MI 48323
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SKILLS
• Local zoning knowledge
• Real estate valuation
• Income capitalization approach
• Appraisal report writing
• Appraisal software proficiency
• Market analysis
• Lease analysis
• Highest and best use analysis
• Historic property appraisal
• Land valuation
• Appraisal review
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Staff Appraiser
Amrock, LLC
Real Estate Appraiser
Independent Appraisal Corp.
Real Estate professional with Commercial Property Management experience which included office, medical, retail, light industrial, and restaurant. Experience as a State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser, experience as a Licensed Realtor. Experience managing an appraisal corporation, property management company, and Real Estate office. Key skills being time management, attention to detail, ability to multi-task. Have always enjoyed new challenges.
EXPERIENCE
April 2021 - August 2023
Provided expert advice and guidance to senior management on real estate valuation issues.
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Conducted detailed research into the local market to ensure accurate appraisals of properties.
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Utilized advanced software programs to calculate precise property values based
• on comparable sales information.
Reviewed documents such as leases, purchase agreements, contracts, deeds, title commitments, surveys.
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Communicated effectively with team members throughout the appraisal process to ensure accuracy of results.
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• Maintained complete records of all transactions related to appraisals. October 1995 - April 2021
Drafted reports outlining findings with supporting data, photographs and diagrams.
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Established strong relationships with local government agencies related to zoning regulations or building codes.
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Developed expertise in utilizing comparable sales, cost approach, income
• capitalization and other real estate valuation methods. Conducted extensive research on local markets to identify trends in property values.
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Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative strategies for valuing complex properties.
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Analyzed financial statements and economic indicators to determine the impact
• on real estate prices.
Operations Manager
Independent Appraisal Corp.
Senior Property Manager
Castle Realty, LLC
Licensed Realtor
Castle Realty, LLC
January 2010 - April 2021
Resolved customer issues quickly and professionally while maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings.
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• Managed the daily operations of multiple departments to maximize efficiency. Developed talented team, participating in hiring, coaching, and performance
• management processes.
Maintained professional working relationships and promoted open lines of communication with staff.
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Monitored customer feedback and implemented changes as needed to enhance service quality.
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Developed and maintained relationships with customers and vendors for
• successful project completion.
Oversaw maintenance of facilities, equipment, vehicles and machinery used in operations.
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January 2010 - April 2021
Developed and implemented effective strategies to maximize tenant satisfaction while minimizing rental arrears.
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Monitored rental payments from tenants according to agreed terms and followed up promptly on any overdue accounts displayingskills in customer service.
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Prepared comprehensive tenancy agreements that accurately reflected the terms of each lease arrangement, demonstrating legal understanding.
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Created accurate budgets for individual properties based on rental income projections and expenditure estimates, showcasing financial acumen.
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Communicated effectively with tenants regarding their concerns or complaints,
• exhibiting outstanding interpersonal skills.
Maintained accurate records relating to all aspects of property management including leases and financial transactions revealing strong data entry skills.
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Conducted regular inspections of buildings to identify potential hazards or repair needs, utilizing attention to detail skills.
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Collaborated with contractors, vendors, tenants, landlords and other
• stakeholders to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks. Planned and scheduled general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling projects for properties.
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Developed strong relationships with clients to provide exceptional customer service in a timely manner.
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Leveraged technology tools such as MLS systems to research comparable
• homes within target areas.
Licensed Realtor Associate
Red Carpet Keim Realty
Provided guidance throughout the entire home buying process from start to finish including negotiations, inspections and closing.
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Successfully negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers for residential real
• estate transactions.
Collaborated with mortgage lenders, appraisers, title companies, attorneys and other professionals as needed.
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Advised clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements, and related matters.
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• Utilized creative marketing strategies to promote properties effectively. January 1989 - October 1994
• Provided guidance to first-time homebuyers throughout the entire process.
• Advised clients on investment opportunities in the real estate market. Prepared documents such as purchase agreements, deeds, leases, and other
• legal forms.
Utilized effective communication strategies to educate clients on the buying and selling process.
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• Worked with appraisers to ensure accurate pricing for properties. Negotiated difficult agreements between buyers and sellers while maintaining
• positive relationships.
• Assisted in developing marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, ads. Oakland University
Oakland Community College
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
• State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser
• Associate Real Estate License
2021-2023, Amrock, LLC1995-2021, Independent Appraisal Corp.1990-1995, Red Carpet Keim Realty2010-2021, Castle Realty, LLC
REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE