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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Melissa Monreal

Property Manager
Redondo Beach,CA

Summary

Personable Apartment Manager with expertise in contract and lease negotiation, tenant application review and rent collection and payment management. Offering 19 years of experience managing apartment communities and storage facilities throughout the South Bay area. I have communicated effectively with over 900+ residents/tenants, over 35 owners, venders, and on-site associates. In-depth knowledge of property management, including financing and budgeting and marketing and leasing. Proficient in AppFolio, SiteLink, and Teams. A responsible Property Manager committed to ensuring safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents. A Property Manager adept at remaining accessible to residents, property management, and owner. Offering excellent organizational and time management skills. Focused on achieving occupancy goals and working closely with property management/owner for various needs of the building.

Overview

19
years of professional experience

Work History

Westport Properties

Property Manager
05.2023 - Current

Job overview

Supervisor: Manuel Sierra (310)696-1456

  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • 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.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Conducted regular property inspections to preemptively identify and address maintenance needs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.

Sullivan / Fairgrove Property Management

On Site Property Manager
11.2021 - 05.2023

Job overview

Supervisor: Fernando Hernandez (310)910-5572

  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Serve notices and rent increases.
  • Add or delete tenants.
  • Write up letters, templates, addendums, and lease documents.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Order all building and unit supplies.
  • Set up post, take pictures, update, and remove vacancy advertisements.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Verified income, references, and expenses for each applicant. Then approve or deny applications.
  • Collect and deposit first months rent and security deposit.
  • Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects.
  • Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes.
  • Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in market.
  • Minimized vacancy periods by collaborating with building owners to strategize improvements to marketing initiatives.
  • Prepared specifications, solicited bids, and approved subcontracts for building services.
  • Trained and motivated leasing staff as needed.
  • Administered operations to handle needs of more than 70 tenants across 46 property units.

Mabry Management Company

Apartment Manager
06.2006 - 11.2021

Job overview

Supervisor: Bryan Chee (310)628-7701

  • Conducted move-out and move-in inspections to determine charges for damages and market readiness.
  • Met with potential tenants to negotiate rent, explain occupancy terms and show available units.
  • Managed property financial records by collecting rent from 46 tenants and reconciling monthly accounts payable and receivable.
  • Prepared lease and rental applications. As well as all property documentation to be provided to main offices.
  • Conducted inspections of property grounds, buildings and equipment to identify maintenance concerns and direct timely repairs.
  • Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Responded to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) inquiries.
  • Maintained constant balance and accounting of property petty cash account.
  • Promoted positive company and owner relationships through proactive attention to concerns.
  • Communicated effectively with owner, management supervisor, and residents.
  • Oversee all scheduled vendors and maintenance throughout property.
  • Diagnose maintenance issues and schedule proper vendor.
  • Clean property on regular basis (Empty trashes, sweep, mop, hose decks, sanitize and clean laundry room and recreation room).

Education

Computer Learning Center
Los Angeles, CA

Computer Applications
07.1996

West High School
Torrance, CA

High School Diploma
06.1995

Skills

  • Maintenance
  • Vendor Relations
  • Leasing promotions and leasing
  • Maintenance knowledge
  • Property tours and inspections
  • Marketing and sales
  • Administrative Support
  • Tenant Screening
  • Financial budgeting and reporting
  • Rent Collection
  • Property Management Software Understanding
  • Efficient in AppFolio, SiteLink, and Teams

Timeline

Property Manager

Westport Properties
05.2023 - Current

On Site Property Manager

Sullivan / Fairgrove Property Management
11.2021 - 05.2023

Apartment Manager

Mabry Management Company
06.2006 - 11.2021

Computer Learning Center

Computer Applications

West High School

High School Diploma
Melissa MonrealProperty Manager