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Brian D. Edwards

Brian D. Edwards

Wyncote,PA

Summary

Detail-oriented and organized Property Manager effective at managing personnel, property, and special projects. Dedicated to interacting with property office and maintenance staff to manage on-site activities. Focused on achieving occupancy goals and working closely with property owners and decision-makers for various needs.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Property Manager

Goldcrest Properties
04.2024 - Current
  • Maintained meticulous records of all property transactions, including leases, renewals, and terminations for 392 units.
  • Proficient with Remote Landlord/ManageGo software
  • Investigated and resolved any tenant complaints.
  • Streamlined property management processes for improved efficiency and cost savings.
  • Reduced vacancy rates by implementing effective marketing strategies to attract quality tenants.
  • Completed regular performance evaluations of on-site staff members, identifying areas for growth or improvement as needed.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance programs to minimize unexpected repair costs and extend the life of building systems.
  • Maintained building systems by working with maintenance services and supervised repairs.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.

Regional Property Manager

BeDonte Enterprise LLC
02.2017 - 04.2024
  • Directed property management program by determining requirements, planning for material equipment replacement and implementing quality control oversight.
  • Managing 240 multi-family and commercial units.
  • Handled terminations, performance evaluations and staff coaching to maintain top property operations.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts and presented to owners for approval.
  • Inspected community common areas, apartment units and model appearance to address problems.
  • Assisted with annual budget creation and managed portfolio according to approved budgeted parameters.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.

Property Manager

Interstate Realty Management
09.2005 - 02.2010
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.

Senior Pastor

Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church
06.1997 - 09.2005
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Established and managed church budget of $2.3M per year.
  • Increased church membership by 68%.
  • Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.

Sr Property Manager

Pennrose Management
01.1990 - 04.1997
  • Established rental rates by surveying local rental rates and calculated overhead costs.
  • Attracted tenants by advertising vacancies and personally showed units to potential renters.
  • Directed property management program by determining requirements, planning for material equipment replacement and implementing quality control oversight.
  • Assessed market data to ascertain prospective development sites.
  • Managed seven (7) PHDC Sites
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Processed recertifications

Education

Ph.D. - Philosophy And Religious Studies

Universal Life Church Ministries
05.2024

D.D. - Biblical Studies

Nyack College
12.2021

ARM - Real Estate Management

Institute of Real Estate Management
03.1996

Skills

  • Contract Negotiation
  • Tenant screening
  • Marketing Program Development
  • Document Preparation
  • Property Inspections
  • Tenant relations
  • Eviction process
  • Property management expertise
  • Fair housing regulations
  • Marketing and leasing
  • Vendor management
  • Collection management proficiency

Certification

  • ARM, ACoM, I.R.E.M. - 1995-1997

Software

Remote Landlord/ManageGo

Yardi

Timeline

Senior Property Manager

Goldcrest Properties
04.2024 - Current

Regional Property Manager

BeDonte Enterprise LLC
02.2017 - 04.2024

Property Manager

Interstate Realty Management
09.2005 - 02.2010

Senior Pastor

Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church
06.1997 - 09.2005

Sr Property Manager

Pennrose Management
01.1990 - 04.1997

D.D. - Biblical Studies

Nyack College

ARM - Real Estate Management

Institute of Real Estate Management

Ph.D. - Philosophy And Religious Studies

Universal Life Church Ministries
Brian D. Edwards