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Vanessa Gugat

Sherwood,OR

Summary

Detailed Property Manager with 23 years of experience offers administrative and financial analysis expertise paired with excellent communication and time management skills. In-depth knowledge of conflict resolution and mediation techniques. Focused on successfully handling daily operations of rental properties.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Manager

Cushman & Wakefield
Wilsonville, OR
06.2023 - Current
  • Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
  • Developed and implemented effective leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
  • Negotiated leases, rental agreements, and other contractual documents related to property management activities.
  • Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
  • Ensured that all rent payments were collected on time by following up with delinquent tenants.
  • Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
  • Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
  • Processed evictions when necessary in accordance with state laws and procedures.
  • Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored market trends to ensure competitive pricing structures for units under management.
  • Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their investment.
  • Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data such as revenue growth, expenses incurred.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
  • Evaluated current staff members' performance levels in order to determine training needs or staffing changes if required.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior team members in order to facilitate their professional development.
  • Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
  • Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
  • Collected monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
  • Coordinated with maintenance and contractors to promote timely turnovers after move-outs.
  • Issued non-payment notices to delinquent tenants in accordance with lease, county and state regulations.

Senior Property Manager

Quantum Residential
Clackamas, OR
11.2022 - 06.2023

Manage daily operations for a 2 residential unit complex's equaling 188 units. Currently managing and mentoring 2 full time and 2 part time employees.

  • Collected rent from tenants, paid bills and forecasted annual budgets.
  • Analyzed market data to identify prospective development sites.
  • Enforced occupancy policies and procedures by confronting violators and taking corrective action.
  • Maintained property by resolving tenant complaints and enforcing rules of occupancy.
  • Managed day-to-day activities involving tenants, subcontractors and property management.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintenance and administration of various properties.
  • Managed overall tenant relations, promoted tenant satisfaction and streamlined services delivery.
  • All vendor relations including scheduling,
    maintaining all contracts and certificates of insurance.
  • Prepared A/P invoices and
    submitted to the corporate office for payment.

Regional Director

North Coast Living/Virtu Investments
08.2015 - 11.2022

Managed/oversaw the day-to-day operations in Oregon, 520 units/3 site locations, ranging in rents from $1,300-$5000 per month. Managed and mentored 12-member staff across the portfolio.

  • Effectively managed multimillion dollar projects, obtaining and maintaining 94-98% occupancy.
  • Managed 2 multi-million dollar property renovations which consisted of, full pre-painted hardy siding replacement, building re-paint, roof replacements, parking lot repair/stripping, new landscaping, clubhouse renovation, pool and spa resurfacing, and multi-million dollar interior renovations.
  • Recruiting/hiring site staff. Evaluating training needs of the team, providing them with the help they need to
    effectively manager the asset while being set up for success.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to Community/Assistant Managers.
  • Led managers and teams toward achieving profitability, accountability and growth objectives aligned with company vision and goals.
  • Direct on-site managers in developing leasing strategies, attainment of occupancy goals and maximization of rental
    income.
  • Coordinated with maintenance and contractors to promote timely turnovers after move-outs.
  • Conduct property site visits weekly and monthly
  • Annual budgeting, achieving financial goals that are established for each community
  • Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly and annual reports in addition to analyzing budgets, leases and documents.
  • Monthly variance reports

Portfolio Manager

Columbia City Condos-32 Properties
Seattle, WA
08.2014 - 08.2015

Managed daily operations of 30 different properties for 1 owner

  • Collect rent and issue all notices regarding delinquencies and past due; send past due residents to collection, maintain AR and AP
  • Utilize a multimedia strategy for leasing including multiple apartment websites, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, banners, brochures and A Frame Signs
  • Portfolio was at 70% occupied August 2014 and 100% occupied August 2015
  • Processed all the Move in and Move outs:
  • Ensure units are turned properly working with onsite maintenance and approved vendors; process paperwork according to company policy
  • Evictions: process once approved, work with legal department, serve notice, process move out with appropriate fees
  • Inspect properties daily; address all cleanliness/graffiti/garbage issues beginning of day.

Property Manager

Palladium Real Estate Services
Lakewood, WA
04.2011 - 08.2014

Managed daily operations within 254 residential units and 8 floor plans. including hiring, supervising, training, and reviewing performance of 10 employees.

  • Oversee all components of property management, including building operations and administration, tenant issues, leasing, and financial reporting.
  • Guide hiring, management and scheduling of staff to meet key needs in addition to negotiating and monitoring
    budgets and controlling costs.
  • Maintained accurate records of all community transactions
    and submitted on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, evictions, etc.).
  • Bid contracts on an annual basis for site services, providing analyses and recommendations to management.
  • Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly and annual reports in addition to analyzing budgets, leases and documents.
  • Manage vendor relationships with security, janitorial, engineering, landscaping and parking teams, including bidding processes and performance requirements.
  • Yearly HUD inspections for the bank loan
  • Monthly variance reports

Property Manager

Dobler Management
Tacoma, WA
03.2010 - 04.2011

Manage daily operations for 140 residential units, 6 floor plans including hiring, supervising, training, and reviewing performance of 3 employees.

  • Fully accountable for managing a multimillion-dollar asset. All operations, overseeing and enhancing the value of the property.
  • Oversee all components of property management, including building operations and administration, tenant
    issues, leasing, and financial reporting.
  • Reorganized and trained/mentored staff, successfully boosting efficiency, time management, and customer
    service.
  • Maintained accurate records of all community transactions
    and submitted on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs,
    etc.).
  • Generated necessary legal action, documents, and process in accordance with State and Company guidelines.
  • All vendor relations including scheduling,
    maintaining all contracts and certificates of insurance.
  • Prepared A/P invoices and submitted to the corporate office for payment.

Property Manager

Woodmont Real Estate Services, Inc, Apt
Corte Madera, CA
06.2008 - 05.2009

Manage daily operations for 73 units apartment complex, including hiring, supervising, training, and reviewing performance of 2 employees.

  • Fully accountable for managing a multimillion-dollar asset and Interior Renovation.
  • All operations, overseeing and enhancing the value of the property.
  • Oversee all components of property management, including building operations and administration, tenant issues, leasing, and financial reporting.
  • Reorganized and trained/mentored staff, successfully boosting efficiency, time management, and customer service.
  • Maintained accurate records of all community transactions and submitted on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, etc.).
  • Generated necessary legal action, documents, and process in accordance with State and Company guidelines.
  • All vendor relations including scheduling, maintaining all contracts and certificates of insurance.
  • Prepared A/P invoices and submitted to the corporate office for payment.

Property Manager

Bradford Park Apartments
Lynnwood, WA
07.2007 - 05.2008

Managed daily operations for 100 residential units, including hiring, supervising, training, and reviewing performance of 1 employee.

  • Fully accountable for managing a multimillion-dollar asset. All operations, overseeing and enhancing the value of the property.
  • Oversee all components of property management, including building operations and administration, tenant issues, leasing, and financial reporting.
  • Reorganized and trained/mentored staff, successfully boosting efficiency, time management, and customer service.
  • Maintained accurate records of all community transactions and submitted on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, etc.).
  • Generated necessary legal action, documents, and process in accordance with State and Company guidelines.
  • All vendor relations including scheduling, maintaining all contracts and certificates of insurance.
  • Prepared A/P invoices and submitted to the corporate office for payment.

Assistant Manager

Trinity Property Consultants
04.2006 - 04.2007

Worked beside the Community Manager in executing daily tasks associated with operations and financial performance of 1 property consisting of 343 units and 10 employees.

  • Assisted in overseeing the 6 million dollar interior and exterior renovation for the complex.
  • Assisted in managing a multimillion-dollar asset. All operations, overseeing and enhancing the value of the property.
  • Oversee all components of property management, including building operations and administration, tenant issues, leasing, and financial reporting.
  • Assisted in trained/mentored staff, successfully boosting efficiency, time management, and customer service.
  • Maintained accurate records of all community transactions and submitted on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, etc.).
  • Generated necessary legal action, documents, and process in accordance with State and Company guidelines.
  • All vendor relations including scheduling, maintaining all contracts and certificates of insurance.
  • Prepared A/P invoices and submitted to the corporate office for payment.

Admin/Leasing Agent

InterWest Properties, Inc
Portland, OR
08.2001 - 02.2006

I was responsible for all aspects of apartment leasing for 1,500 doors.

  • Greeted and assisting residents.
  • Touring prospects
  • Maintaining curb appeal
  • Marketing units, and accurately preparing leases and other documents.
  • Conducted daily leasing activities by showing model/target apartments.
  • Ensured the properties were presentable according to company standards.
  • Completing lease agreements/forms
  • Collecting rental deposits
  • Informed clients of property amenities, rental rates, and unit sizes.
  • Gathered required information, screened applications, and updated rental policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

David Douglas High School
Portland, OR
06.1998

Skills

  • EXPERIENCED IN MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATIONS
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • TIME MANAGEMENT
  • LEADERSHIP
  • EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
  • EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • STAFF DEVELOPMENT
  • QUALITY CONTROL
  • LEGAL RESPONSES
  • CONFLICT RESOLUTION
  • BUDGETING
  • YARDI VOYAGER
  • TENANT TECH
  • YIELD STAR
  • LEO247
  • CRM
  • APD PAYROLL/PAYCOM
  • J-TURNER
  • RENTCAFE
  • BLUEMOON

Additional Information

  • Regional Director / Portfolio Manager, Portland, OR , Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Timeline

Property Manager

Cushman & Wakefield
06.2023 - Current

Senior Property Manager

Quantum Residential
11.2022 - 06.2023

Regional Director

North Coast Living/Virtu Investments
08.2015 - 11.2022

Portfolio Manager

Columbia City Condos-32 Properties
08.2014 - 08.2015

Property Manager

Palladium Real Estate Services
04.2011 - 08.2014

Property Manager

Dobler Management
03.2010 - 04.2011

Property Manager

Woodmont Real Estate Services, Inc, Apt
06.2008 - 05.2009

Property Manager

Bradford Park Apartments
07.2007 - 05.2008

Assistant Manager

Trinity Property Consultants
04.2006 - 04.2007

Admin/Leasing Agent

InterWest Properties, Inc
08.2001 - 02.2006

High School Diploma -

David Douglas High School
Vanessa Gugat