Karen Minshew
Real Estate / Property Management
Naples,FL
Summary
Seeking a Multi-family Property Management position. Licensed Realtor in Florida since February, 2015. Previously Licensed in Houston, Tx.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Realtor
William Raveis
11.2024 - Current
- Expanded client base through targeted networking efforts and referral programs, resulting in increased business opportunities.
- Compared properties with similarly sold properties to determine competitive market prices.
- Assisted first-time homebuyers in navigating the real estate market, leading to successful purchases and happy homeowners.
- Utilized advanced marketing techniques to showcase properties effectively, attracting more potential buyers.
- Promoted sales of properties through advertisements, open houses and online advertising platforms.
- Developed customized marketing plans tailored to individual property needs for optimal exposure in competitive markets.
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
Licensed Realtor
Royal Shell Real Estate
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
- Accompanied buyers on visits of homes and inspections of properties to advise on suitability and value of homes.
- Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
- Provided expert guidance on property improvements to enhance value prior to sale or rental listings.
- Implemented efficient systems for managing paperwork and tracking client communication history, improving overall organization and productivity levels.
- Collaborated with clients to learn and determine real estate needs.
- Increased home sales by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
- Hosted engaging open houses that showcased properties'' unique features, increasing buyer interest and offers received.
- Delivered regular updates on property activity reports to sellers, keeping them informed throughout the entire transaction process.
- Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
- Successfully managed a diverse portfolio of properties, including residential homes, condominiums, and investment properties.
Licensed Realtor
Premiere Plus Real Estate
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market trends and regulations, providing valuable insights and advice to clients.
- Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during contract discussions, ensuring their best interests were represented.
- Collaborated with mortgage lenders to secure financing options for clients, expediting the closing process.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
Licensed Realtor /Property Rental Agent
Stock Realty, LLC
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Licensed Realtor specializing in rentals. Experienced in generating leads for all types of rentals, management of rentals, tenant retention, owner relations, vendor management.
- Awards: Rental Agent of the Year 2015; Rental Agent of the Year 2016
- Coordinated appointments with buyers, sellers and other realtors to show buyers and tenants prospective homes.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during contract discussions, ensuring their best interests were represented.
- Earned recognition as a top-performing agent within the brokerage, consistently exceeding sales targets and earning accolades from both clients and colleagues.
- Implemented efficient systems for managing paperwork and tracking client communication history, improving overall organization and productivity levels.
- Worked closely with maintenance teams to prioritize and address repair requests, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Owner/Manager
Lease Up Pros
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Owner/Manager of national lease up company specializing in new lease ups and occupancy growth on existing sites.
Property Manager / Lease Up Manager / Marketing Director
McClain Barr & Associates
07.2003 - 09.2012
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- The Grand in Kannapolis-Marketing/Lease Up Director / Property Manager - (240 Units) Luxury Class-A, 221(d)4 FHA insured property. Construction began February, 2009 with the opening of the first phase of the community in October, 2009. Able to attain 70% occupancy on available units and place future residents on a waiting list for unopened buildings within 3 months of opening in a soft market. 98% occupancy reached within 5 months of site completion with pre-lease percentages averaging 104%.
- The Grand on Julian-Marketing/Lease Up Director - (240 Units) Luxury Class-A, 221(d)4 FHA insured property. Construction began June, 2008 with the opening of the first phase of the community in July, 2009. Able to attain 96% occupancy on released buildings within 5 months of COs and PTOs in a soft market in an area where occupancy is 88% on established communities.
- Washington Terrace-Marketing/Lease Up Director - Combined Tax Credit and Section 8 Community. Took community from 76% occupancy to 96% occupancy in 3 months. Established working renter qualification guidelines, fee and deposit schedule and increased NOI for community.
- Royal Palm Terrace-Marketing/Lease Up Director - (220 Units) Mix of Conventional, Section 8 and units for renters qualified at 80% of median income. Took community from 72% occupied to 98% leased in 3 months in a soft market.
- Village on the Lake-Marketing/Lease Up Director / Property Manager - (240 Units) Luxury community. Worked closely with GC during final stages of construction. Attained 80% occupancy on opened buildings within 2 months of receiving CO’s and PTO’s. Established all rental guidelines, fee and deposit
- Puller Place @ Carolina Forest-Marketing/Lease Up Director - (240 Units) Supervised daily operations of a luxury Class-A, 221(d)4 FHA insured property. Able to increase rents on average $73/month with average occupancy over 100% attained within the first 6 months of opening with continued operations on wait-list basis. Consistently maintained occupancy levels with an annual 100 % turnover yearly average with an average of 25 unit turns per month due to high level of military residents.
- Cypress Pond-Marketing/Lease Up Director - (240 Units) Luxury Class-A, 221(d)4 FHA insured property. Was placed at Cypress Pond to trouble-shoot problem areas from previous manager. Within 3 months took occupancy from 43% to 82%. .Property sold in November of 2005 for a net profit of $8 million.
- Princeton Terrace-Property Manager - (144 Units) Took over Management 10/1/04, Increased occupancy from 89% to 99% within 3 months with additional 10% of total units transitioned from month to month leases to full term leases.
- The Summit @ Cross Creek & Cross Creek Apartments-Property Manager - (250 units) Took both phases of community from 50% to 92% & 96% within 45 days of arrival. Established all inclusive program to make this conventional community more competitive with newer area student housing communities. Consistently maintained or increased occupancy levels over 16 months. Both phases sold in 2004 for a total profit of over 4 million dollars.
Lease Up/Relocation Specialist
Proven Performance, Inc.
05.2000 - 07.2003
- Trouble Shooter / Lease Up Specialist. Traveled extensively in the continental US. Developed and implemented marketing campaigns for new lease ups & distressed communities. Worked closely with staff to attain maximum occupancy goals in optimum time. Trained staff in lease up practices prior to exiting communities.
Licensed Realtor – Apartment Locator
FindIt Apartment Locators
03.1996 - 05.2025
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
- Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.
- Built strong relationships with property managers to ensure access to the best apartment listings for clients.
Licensed Realtor – Apartment Locator
Apartment Connection
08.1994 - 03.1996
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Negotiated favorable lease terms for clients by leveraging industry knowledge and market trends.
- Saved clients time by conducting thorough research on potential apartments, including amenities, pricing, and availability.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently receiving positive reviews from satisfied clients.
- Educated clients about rental laws and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the leasing process.
Education
Music Education
University of SW Louisiana
Lafayette, LASkills
- Annual Rentals, Seasonal Rentals, Off-Season Rentals, Residential Real Estate
- New Construction & Distressed Communities
- Strong communication skills
- Contract negotiation
- Continuing education commitment
- In-depth local knowledge
- Strong organizational skills
- Highly professional
- Client-oriented
- Active FL real estate license
- House showings
- Property management
- Property tours and inspections
- Create, Maintain and Follow up on Critical Path Dates
Product Knowledge and Quality
Result oriented, hands-on Rental Agent with Multi-family Property Management and Marketing experience with 30+ years’ experience in all facets of the industry, specializing in annual, seasonal, off-season rentals, new lease-ups and occupancy growth. Extensively trained in all leasing practices that follow the Fair Housing Act. Experienced in implementing product quality in terms of highly successful and professional rental management, maintenance and marketing teams who can consistently achieve superior ratings in all areas while providing exceptional customer service.
Timeline
Licensed Realtor
William Raveis
11.2024 - Current
Licensed Realtor
Royal Shell Real Estate
06.2019 - 11.2024
Licensed Realtor
Premiere Plus Real Estate
03.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Realtor /Property Rental Agent
Stock Realty, LLC
12.2014 - 01.2018
Owner/Manager
Lease Up Pros
02.2012 - 01.2014
Property Manager / Lease Up Manager / Marketing Director
McClain Barr & Associates
07.2003 - 09.2012
Lease Up/Relocation Specialist
Proven Performance, Inc.
05.2000 - 07.2003
Licensed Realtor – Apartment Locator
FindIt Apartment Locators
03.1996 - 05.2025
Licensed Realtor – Apartment Locator
Apartment Connection
08.1994 - 03.1996
Music Education
University of SW Louisiana