Scott Bennett
Rock Farmer Properties
Fort Worth,TX
1
Certification
2025
years of professional experience
Dynamic real estate executive and Certified Property Manager (CPM® Candidate) with over 34 years of comprehensive experience in multifamily, condominium, HOA, and mixed-use property management and development. Expertise includes operations, leasing, risk management, hazard evaluations, tenant law, and the implementation of property safety standards to ensure exceptional performance and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in leading the repositioning of distressed assets, addressing deferred maintenance issues, and establishing organizational structures that enhance asset performance while minimizing liability exposure. Actively engaged in advancing industry standards as a Committee Member on the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Member Experience Advisory Council and a certified IREM Collegiate Coach, committed to mentoring the next generation of real estate professionals.
Work History
VP Asset Management
2 Years- Developed and managed residential and commercial real estate, enhancing asset financial value through strategic initiatives.
- Key Achievement: Led transformative repositioning of a 250-unit Class C apartment community in Dallas/Fort Worth, achieving 95% occupancy within 12 months and increasing property valuation by $12M through targeted renovations and operational efficiencies.
- Collaborated with investment firms to oversee Class B/C asset management and align acquisitions with client investment goals.
- Collaborated with investment firms to manage Class B/C assets, acquisitions, and client investment targets.
- Managed the renovation of multiple property portfolios, enhancing tenant appeal, occupancy rates, and ROI.
- Partnered with third-party management companies to improve operational efficiencies and strengthen financial performance across portfolios.
- Collaborated with third-party management companies to optimize operational efficiencies, strengthen financial metrics, and drive sustainable portfolio performance.
- Developed and managed residential and commercial real estate, maximizing the financial value of assets.
Senior Regional Director
2 Years- Directed property management strategies and regional teams for Class A/B urban assets, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Oversaw asset management and operational improvements for the assigned portfolio.
- Oversaw asset management and implemented operational improvements, driving portfolio performance.
- Developed asset budgets, focusing on strategies to achieve positive NOI.
- Key Achievement: Delivered 10% occupancy increase and 13% rental income lift by effectively testing the market and offering top-level customer service to achieve higher-than-market rents.
- Key Achievement: Achieved occupancy of over 94% through aggressive marketing programs.
- Key Achievement: Maintained portfolio growth of 3.5% annually.
Regional Vice President
6 Years- Oversaw Class A/B urban properties across Dallas, Houston, Austin, and Chicago, ensuring optimal operational performance.
- Performed regular property inspections to identify and resolve operational issues, upholding high housing standards.
- Hired, trained, and retained top-performing property management and maintenance teams.
- Recruited, trained, and developed high-performing property management and maintenance teams, enhancing overall team effectiveness.
- Fostered strong relationships with HOA boards and tenants while ensuring compliance with local codes.
- Key Achievement: Maintained 93-96% occupancy through aggressive marketing programs and on-site staff training.
Area Manager – Texas Division
5 Years- Developed and managed community projects using Champion products, resulting in 10 new locations for the division.
- Negotiated contracts and secured long-term vendor agreements to enhance operational stability.
- Created reports, administered budgets, and allocated resources to ensure operational compliance.
- Key Achievement: Delivered a 20% reduction in maintenance costs and a 30% decrease in tenant complaints by establishing a preventive maintenance culture.
Regional Vice President
10 Years- Directed construction, acquisitions, and management of 4500+ units in national REIT portfolio, optimizing operational efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable terms with developers, vendors, and landowners, increasing overall portfolio value.
- Collaborated with Compliance Team on LIHTC portfolio to ensure regulatory adherence and operational integrity.
- Key Achievement: Improved portfolio management efficiency by 30% by implementing innovative processes.
- Key Achievement: Earned “Top Region of the Year” (2003, 2005) and “Most Improved Region” (2005 – 2009).
- Worked closely with the Compliance Team for the LIHTC portfolio.
Regional Vice President – CMH, Inc.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Business Management Coursework
Skills
Asset Management
Financial Planning
Budgeting
Reporting
Strategic Planning
Acquisitions
Capex Projects
Renovations
New Developments
Process optimization
Portfolio Governance
Contract Negotiations
Tenant Billing
New development projects
Process Improvements
Lease Management
Market Analysis
Strategic Marketing
Tenant Services
Risk Management
Safety Assessments
Code Compliance
Fair Housing Compliance
Safety evaluations
AR/AP Processing
Yardi
MRI
RealPage
Yardi Breeze
App Folio
Entrata
ResMan
One Site
Rent Café
Yield Star Management
Apartments.com
Employee Hiring & Training
Property Maintenance
RealPage
Yardi software
AppFolio
YieldStar Management
Apartments.com
Affiliations
- Texas Housing Association (Board of Directors 2015 – 2019)
- Austin Apartment Association
- Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Dallas Chapter – Member; Member Experience Advisory Council
- AAGD Dallas Chapter
- Credit Human Federal Credit Union/FBOA (Past President)
- FBOA Board Member
- Expert Witness Institute Platform
- Fort Worth Apartment Association
- FWAA Board Volunteer
- National Apartment Association (NAA)
- Expert Institute Case Management
- SEAK Consulting Group – Expert Witness
- University of North Texas Mentor for Real Estate Graduate Students
- International Code Council (ICC) – Member
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – Member
- Rental Housing Journal – Contributor
- Texas Apartment Association (TAA) – REDBOOK Certified
- IREM Collegiate Coach & Undergraduate Mentor
- AAGD, FWAA, NAA, AAA, NARPM – Member
- FBOA – Past President, Chairman Emeritus
- Expert Witness Institute – Panel Expert
Certification
- CPM Accredited Institute of Real Estate Management
- Fair Housing Compliance
- Property Management Accreditations
- ASMTRK Asset Management
- LIHTC Certifications
- ETH Real Estate Management
- IREM Ethics and Certification
- Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS)
- CPM Executive Candidate – Institute of Real Estate Management
- NAAEI CAPS – Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor
- Risk Management, Property Maintenance, Lease Management, Business Planning
- Managing Maintenance Operations and Property Risk (MNT).
- Asset Analysis of investment Real Estate (ASM).
Timeline
VP Asset Management
Rock Farmer Properties
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Senior Regional Director
Greystar Investment Management
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Regional Vice President
CIM Group – Texas and Chicago
01.2015 - 01.2021Read More
Area Manager – Texas Division
Champion Industries – Texas
01.2010 - 01.2015Read More
Regional Vice President
Sun Communities/Champion – Texas
01.2000 - 01.2010Read More
Regional Vice President – CMH, Inc.
Early Career
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Draughons’ College
Bachelor of Business Administration from Finance
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Business Managment Coursework
Business Management Coursework
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