PAUL KASTES, CPM, LCAM/DBA PAULKASTES CPM LLC
2897 Avon Court
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Fax: (706) 379-2451
246 Lapidary Lane
Young Harris, GA 30582
Fax: (706) 379-2451
Phone: (813) 601-9727 or Toll Free: (888) 549-9756 

Mr. Paul Kastes, CPM, LCAM

is an experienced professional capable of providing credible expert witness services to attorneys and insurance companies. Mr. Kastes has a verifiable background as an "Expert Witness". He offers a wide variety of services, which is not matched by any one in his profession. Mr. Kastes has accumulated over 37 years in the Real Estate Management business. He continues to actively manage income producing properties.

Since 1999, Mr. Kastes has included Expert Witness services in his business portfolio. His clients include Defense Attorneys, Claims Representatives and Plaintiff Attorneys in several states including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Mr. Kastes has the unique advantage of a view from the owner's and property manager's perspective that continues to be an asset to all of his clients.

SERVICES OFFERED

As an active professional in the Real Estate Management Industry, Mr. Kastes can assist you in cased development, advice, research and, if appropriate, provide credible expert testimony in all aspects of real estate management including:
Property Management
Premises Liability
Operational Procedures Resident Relations
Employee Policies Vendor Policies
Risk Assessments Slip and Fall Issues
Access Gates/Fences Security Assessments
Patrols Lighting
Corporate Policies Leases
Management Policies Hiring Policies
Background Checks Supervision
On Site/Off Site Management
References available on request

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS

CPM Certified Property Manager IREM Key # 16057
LCAM Licensed Community Association Manager
CPO Certified Protection Officer
CPOI Certified Protection Officer Instructor IFPO
SECURITY GUARD State Licensed

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

OVER 37 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MANAGING A LARGE PORTFOLIO OF MULTIFAMILY AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES IN THE USA AND CANADA
  • Present portfolio includes apartment communities, office buildings and single family rentals.

  • Operation responsibilities include assessing, implementation, supervision of al aspects of property management including policies, staffing, security, maintenance, budgeting, etc.

  • Management, consultation, experienced in all types of income producing properties.

  • Established reputation for cost-effective management of the older apartment community.

  • Operational analysis for shopping centers and strip malls.
  • Track record of on-budget, on-time, turnkey management of renovation projects.

  • Experience in historical building restorations.

  • Effective as liason between owners and regulatory agencies on environmental, permitting and zoning issues.

LISTING OF CURRENT PROPERTIES

1990 - Present: Meadows Apartments - St. Petersburg, FL
312-unit apartment community
Current value: $19 million
  • Directed a $500,000 renovation and provide complete management services

  • Reduced operating costs by reorganizing and retraining staff

  • Increased occupancy to a consistent 100%

1995 - Present: 1444 - I Street -Washington DC
11Story Office Building
Current value: $18 million
  • Provide complete asset management services

  • Tenants include National Lobby Organizations

  • Maintain 100% occupancy

1995 - Present: 1444 - I Street -Washington DC
11Story Office Building
Current value: $18 million
  • Provide complete asset management services

  • Tenants include National Lobby Organizations

  • Maintain 100% occupancy

1995 - Present: Tycon one - Richmond, VA
Twin atrium Office Building
Current value: $14 million
  • Provide complete asset management services

  • Directed a 3.6 million dollar renovation

  • Increased occupancy from 25% to 96% within budget guidelines

PREVIOUS REPRESENTATIVE PROPERTIES

1990 - 2002: Cricket Hollow Apartments - Houston, TX
200-unit Apartment Community
2002 value: $6 million
  • Provide complete management services

  • Maintain 98% occupancy

1991 - 1994: The Courtyards - Tampa, FL
120-unit Apartment Community
1994 value: $1.8 million
  • Directed a $150,000 renovation and provided complete management services

  • Increased value of property from $1.2 million to $1.8 million

  • Increased occupancy to a consistent 100%

1990 - 1995: Centennial Place on the River - Tampa, FL
232-unit Apartment Community
1995 value: $4.2 million
  • Provided complete management services

  • Improved operating efficiency and rebuilt a shattered image

  • Upgraded resident profile

  • Increased occupancy rate from 60% to 93+% in five months

1985: Park Tower - Lubbock, TX
98-unit, 15 story, high-rise apartments
1985 value: $5.5 million
  • Conducted a market analysis and provided comprehensive management services

  • Reduced vacancy rate

  • Increased N.O.I.

1983: The Apartment Center - Ft. Worth, TX
692-unit Apartment Community
1983 value: $17 million
  • Provided market analysis and consultation prior to purchase and complete onsite management during ownership transition

  • Directed a $500,000 renovation

  • Reduced operating costs in all areas

  • Cut maintenance costs by renegotiating all existing contracts

  • Intrduced a utilities cost-reduction program that resulted in monthly savings of $7,000

1978 - 1985:
  Provided property management and consultation services to a varied selection of income producing properties including:
 
  • Apartment Communities
  • Retail Centers
  • Strip Malls
  • Office Buildings
  • Hotels
  • Condominium and Home Owner Associations

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
  • Year 2000 Risk Management National Committee Nominee
  • Chairperson education committee
  • Co-Chair Smart Partners
  • Co-Chair Candidate Assistance
  • Year 2008 IREM Florida Guest Speaker
  • Year 2008 IREM Advisory Board Best Practices
  • Year 2009 IREM National Board Member Best Practices
  • Year 2010 IREM National Board Member Best Practice

Affiliate Member National Realtors Association

Bay Area Apartment Association (BAAA)

International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO)

CIS Save Our Youth Foundation - Board Member

CIS Advisory Board Member

CIVIC ASSOCIATIONS

Cross Pointe Home Owners Association
  • Past President

  • Past Chairman Architectural Committee