Caren Caliste
Spring,TX
Summary
Dynamic Property Manager with a proven track record, excelling in financial budgeting and customer service. Successfully enhanced tenant satisfaction and occupancy rates through effective leasing strategies and strong vendor relationships. Recognized for implementing cost-saving measures that improved operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of property management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Vesta Corporation
Houston, TX
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Trained and supervised staff on property management procedures.
- Managed tenant relations and resolved disputes effectively.
- Prepared and managed budgets for operational expenses efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
- Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data such as revenue growth, expenses incurred.
- Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
- Developed and implemented effective leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
Property Manager
Wilhoit Properties
Houston, TX
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Regularly inspected properties to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs promptly.
- Coordinated maintenance efforts and contractor services for timely turnovers post move-outs.
- Developed strong relationships with property owners and tenants to facilitate effective communication.
- Supervised property staff to maintain high operational standards across all locations.
- Completed lease applications and verifications, ensuring timely notification of outcomes to prospects.
- Investigated and resolved property complaints and violations to uphold a pleasant living environment.
- Evaluated staff performance to identify training needs or necessary staffing adjustments.
- Monitored market trends to establish competitive pricing structures for managed units.
Community Manager
The NRP Group
Houston, Texas
05.2010 - 03.2023
- Collected rent and other types of payments from residents, keeping thorough reports on those paying on time and delinquent individuals.
- Performed regular inspections on buildings, common areas and vacant units, identifying necessary repairs.
- Monitored lease and renewal rental rates with leadership recommendations for change implementation.
- Gained tenant satisfaction by showing and renting units, processing move-ins, initiating leases, executing renewals and handling move-outs.
- Recommended property improvements based on detailed evaluations of current property conditions.
- Supported senior leadership by delivering annual budget and monthly variance reports for corrective action planning.
- Improved NOI through rent growth and expense management.
- Managed day-to-day activities involving tenants, subcontractors and property management.
Education
Associate of Science -
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Multi-tasking proficiency
- Vendor and property management
- Compliance oversight
- Financial budgeting and reporting
- Customer service excellence
- Staff leadership
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Property Manager
Vesta Corporation
11.2023 - 07.2025
Property Manager
Wilhoit Properties
02.2023 - 11.2023
Community Manager
The NRP Group
05.2010 - 03.2023
Associate of Science -
Houston Community College
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