Sarah Delano

• Provided oversight and management of over 70 residential and commercial units throughout Alexandria and Northern Virginia.
• Monitored timely receipt of rent collections in accordance with leases
• Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in market.
• Minimized vacancy periods by collaborating with building owners to strategize improvements to marketing initiatives, business plans and tenant outreach programs.
• Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes.
• Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services.
• Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
• Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.

• Negotiated between buyers and sellers of properties with efficiency and transparency to maximize profits and maintain satisfaction of clients.
• Delivered strategic assistance to homeowners and homebuyers looking to buy or sell residential properties in the Northern Virginia marketplace.
• Drafted purchase contracts and necessary paperwork for commercial, residential, and multifamily property sales.
• Compared, researched and appraised properties.
• Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and residential
• Educated clients on sales and buying processes and advised buyers on making informed and competitive decisions
• Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
• Oversight of leasing and sales activities of Real Estate Sales Associate, ensuring compliance with company protocol and Virginia State Licensure Law.
• Developed and implemented company policies and procedures for all sales, leasing, and escrow activities, including review and of rental and sales escrow accounting.

• Performed the duties of a licensed real estate agent to facilitate clients in sales and leasing throughout the competitive Northern Virginia market.
• Drafted purchase contracts and necessary paperwork for tenants, landlords, and buyers

Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.

• Scheduled showings and tours for potential new clients and properties

Identified, secured and sold investment property through the Northern Virginia marketplace.

Duties included investment analysis, contract negotiation material selection, contractor coordination, construction scope and budgeting, and interior design.

Performed general office duties and provided part time bookkeeping for project oversight.

• Prepared specifications, solicited bids and approved subcontracts for building services, including material selection and purchasing.
• Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes for the renovation of 202 multifamily apartment units
• Facilitated Residential Manager with leasing objectives and building inspections for quality control.
• Assessed property, compiled information and wrote reports regarding findings for submission to Executive Vice President. Assisted building ownership in the Joint Venture of 185,000 sf of commercial office space for renovation and repositioning in the evolving Ballston Corridor of Arlington, VA.