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David Alexander

David Alexander

College Station,TX
“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”
Buckminster Fuller

Summary

Seasoned Real Estate Broker with a strong understanding of commercial & residential real estate and negotiation. Conducted rental management and leasing. Knowledge of commercial tenant improvements. Negotiation with contractors and service vendors. Dependable and detail-oriented worker. I have owned and operated neighborhood shopping centers thus I have a unique insight into how independent owners think.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Broker

Alexander Properties
01.1988 - Current
  • Commercial & residential management and leasing.
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
  • Provided guidance and consultation to clients to make well-informed decisions in real estate investments.
  • Analyzed local real estate market conditions and trends to identify profitable investment opportunities.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts and lease agreements to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Conducted competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
  • Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
  • Helped clients navigate transactions, complete paperwork and finalize sales or purchases.
  • Monitored contract execution to verify complete fulfillment of terms.

Property Manager/Leasing Agent

Trendsetter Realty
10.1984 - 12.1987
  • Handled tenant communications by quickly responding to requests for maintenance and answering any questions or concerns.
  • Performed background, reference and credit checks as part of screening process of prospective tenants.
  • Resolved conflicts between tenants regarding noise, encroachments, and parking.
  • Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
  • Toured property with prospective tenants and provided wealth of information in regards to its key features.
  • Participated in property inspections to prepare for move-ins and move-outs.
  • Conducted property showings to highlight features, answer questions, and redirect concerns to close contracts.
  • Used [Software] to keep record of financial transactions and rental applications.
  • Scheduled various contractors to complete needed work on vacant and occupied units.
  • Invited prospects to fill out application upon completion of property tour.
  • Marketed property to local businesses through collateral, emails and phone calls.
  • Collected rent and tracked resident payments and information in computer system.
  • Collected monthly rent payments and other fees, always properly recording, and processing money.
  • Wrote and submitted reports to highlight developments and statistics of occupied properties.

TV News Anchor/News Anchor/News Reporter

KJAC-TV
04.1980 - 09.1984
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
  • Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
  • Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
  • Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats.
  • Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
  • Broadcasted and blind read copy for advertisements and breaking news developments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting

University of Houston, Houston, TX
12.1979

Skills

  • Rental Management
  • Marketing Development
  • Payment Collection
  • Home Evaluations
  • Agent and Seller Communications
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Creative Solutions
  • Asset Valuation
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Property Tours
  • Lease Drafting
  • Home Tours

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Real Estate Broker - Alexander Properties
01.1988 - Current
Property Manager/Leasing Agent - Trendsetter Realty
10.1984 - 12.1987
TV News Anchor/News Anchor/News Reporter - KJAC-TV
04.1980 - 09.1984
University of Houston - Bachelor of Arts, Radio And Television Broadcasting
David Alexander