DE ANGELO STARKS
Austin,TX
Summary
Results-driven Property Management Professional with 10+ years of experience overseeing portfolios ranging from 200 to 1,000+ units across multifamily, affordable, and conventional housing. Proven history in rent recovery, vendor coordination, lease compliance, budget optimization, and resident retention. I am known for strengthening operations, improving NOI performance, and building strong relationships with ownership, vendors, and residents. Actively pursuing growth opportunities in property leadership and vendor/operations management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifestyle Coordinator
Greystar
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Planned and executed monthly and weekly resident engagement events to increase satisfaction and retention.
- Built and maintained relationships with local vendors and businesses, securing partnerships and event resources.
- Coordinated logistics, vendor communication, and timelines to ensure successful program delivery.
- Strengthened community culture through wellness, social, and resident-focused initiatives.
Assistant Property Manager
Asset Living
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Recovered $166,000 of $200,000 in delinquent rent (83% recovery rate), significantly improving cash flow.
- Conducted detailed move-in/move-out inspections, ensuring accurate damage assessments and compliance.
- Maintained organized tenant files, leases, and compliance documentation.
- Prepared monthly operational, occupancy, and collections reports for ownership review.
- Served as a primary resident contact, resolving concerns efficiently and professionally.
- 268 Units
Assistant Property Manager
Avenium Group / Harbor Group Management
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported daily operations for a large-scale multifamily community.
- Strengthened resident satisfaction through responsive service and proactive communication.
- Assisted with vendor coordination and service follow-ups to maintain property standards.
- 509 Units
Assistant Property Manager
San Antonio Housing Authority
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted lease compliance audits to ensure adherence to housing regulations.
- Implemented retention strategies that reduced turnover.
- Analyzed market conditions to adjust leasing and operational strategies.
- Assisted leadership with reporting, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
- 800 Units
Assistant Property Manager
Knightvest Residential / Bolton Park Management / Cottonwood Residential
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Oversaw operations across multi-state, high-volume portfolios.
- Trained new staff members, improving consistency and operational efficiency.
- Reviewed lease agreements for accuracy, mitigating risk and compliance issues.
- Collaborated with vendors and maintenance teams to resolve service issues promptly.
- Portfolios up to 1,000 Units
- Monitored budget adherence, identifying discrepancies and recommending cost-saving measures.
- Trained new staff on property management software and operational procedures for efficiency.
- Led regular property inspections, maintaining compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Property Management Professional
Cottonwood Residential LLC
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Maintained 95% average occupancy through strategic marketing and tenant screening.
- Conducted market analysis to establish competitive rental pricing.
- Organized resident events to strengthen community engagement.
- Improved operational processes by implementing modernized tools and workflows.
- Managed tenant relations to ensure satisfaction and timely communication.
- Implemented maintenance requests system to enhance response times and service quality.
- Trained junior staff on property management software and best practices for efficiency.
Property Operations & Collections
Cottonwood Residential
05.2010 - 03.2016
- Recovered $98,000 of $100,000 in delinquent balances (98% recovery rate).
- Reduced operational expenses by 15% through improved budgeting practices.
- Increased property visibility and leasing performance through creative marketing initiatives.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Texas Real Estate license -
Aceable Agent
Online05.2026
Skills
- Property & Portfolio Operations
- Rent Collections & Delinquency Recovery
- Vendor Relations & Contract Review
- Budgeting, Expense Control & NOI Support
- Lease Administration & Regulatory Compliance
- Resident Retention & Engagement Programs
- Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning
- Staff Training & Performance Development
Timeline
Lifestyle Coordinator
Greystar
01.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Property Manager
Asset Living
06.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Property Manager
Avenium Group / Harbor Group Management
09.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Property Manager
San Antonio Housing Authority
09.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Property Manager
Knightvest Residential / Bolton Park Management / Cottonwood Residential
09.2021 - 09.2022
Property Management Professional
Cottonwood Residential LLC
03.2016 - 09.2021
Property Operations & Collections
Cottonwood Residential
05.2010 - 03.2016
Texas Real Estate license -
Aceable Agent