Karan Chauhan
Fremont
Summary
Results-driven and people-focused property management professional with 10+ years of experience in residential and commercial real estate. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, improve operational efficiency, and maintain occupancy above industry benchmarks. Strong leadership in lease-up, marketing, renovations, and resident retention. Adept at streamlining processes, implementing technology, and fostering strong tenant and ownership relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Business Manager
Pintail Property Management
San Jose
02.2021 - Current
- Joined a growing boutique firm to broaden experience in residential and commercial property management
- Helped scale operations to over 150 doors (and counting) through improved workflows and procedures. Managing homes monthly rent ranging from $700 to $25,000
- Managed leasing, marketing, renewals, admin, and maintenance processes
- Oversaw remodels, ensuring owner satisfaction
- Led documentation standardization to enhance operational efficiency and team consistency
- Involved in all aspects of company growth including new owner onboarding, financial reporting, and P&L management
- Currently working on incorporating AI-driven solutions to improve workflow automation and scalability
- Collaborated effectively with in-office and remote teams, ensuring strong communication and consistent outcomes
Dual Site Property Manager
Legacy Partners
Santa Clara & Cupertino
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed budgets, variance reports, and capital improvement projects across two communities
- Maintained occupancy rates above 96.3% and collected 99.7% of rent during the pandemic
- Directed 5 maintenance staff and 4 leasing agents, overseeing all daily operations
- Transitioned leasing processes to virtual platforms using FaceTime, video, and 3D tours
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to align with market trends
- Led weekly property performance calls with executive leadership including CFO and CEO
- Tuscany & Aviare Apartments (280 Units)
Sr. Assistant Property Manager
Legacy Partners
Milpitas
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted manager with team training, leasing operations, and achieving occupancy targets
- Processed payments and delinquencies; supported marketing and resident communications
- Amalfi Apartments (378 Units)
Assistant Property Manager
Legacy Partners
Santa Clara
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Coordinated maintenance for timely unit turns and resolved payment issues
- Assisted with notices and ownership goal tracking
- Tuscany Apartments (133 Units)
Assistant Property Manager
Essex
San Jose
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Handled rent processing, marketing distribution, and delinquency collections
- Supported community management and leasing efforts
- Waterford Place (238 Units)
Leasing Specialist
Essex
Cupertino
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Managed end-to-end leasing cycle and resident communications
- Maintained high renewal rates and strong community presentation
- The Pointe at Cupertino (116 Units)
Skills
- Yardi
- Project coordination
- Performance tracking
- Financial analysis
- Risk mitigation
- Strategic planning
- Staff training
- Risk assessment and management
- Rent Manager
- Zillow
- YieldStar
- RentCafe
- CRM
- Leasing & Marketing
- Budgeting & P&L
- Owner Reporting
- Team Leadership
- CapEx Oversight
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- High Rent Collection
Certification
- DRE #02247500
Timeline
Assistant Business Manager
Pintail Property Management
02.2021 - Current
Dual Site Property Manager
Legacy Partners
05.2020 - 02.2021
Sr. Assistant Property Manager
Legacy Partners
08.2018 - 05.2020
Assistant Property Manager
Legacy Partners
02.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Property Manager
Essex
07.2016 - 02.2017
Leasing Specialist
Essex
04.2015 - 06.2016
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