Resume of PAUL KASTES, CPM

PAUL KASTES, CPM, LCAM
2897 Avon Court
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Direct 813-601-9727 Toll Free 888-549-9756 Fax 727-773-1627
E-Mail paulkastescpm@aol.com
Web Site www.principalsmanagementgroup.com

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 34 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, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Mr. Kastes has the unique advantage of a view from the owner's and the property manager's perspective that continues to be a valuable asset to all his clients.

SERVICES OFFERED

As an active professional in the Real Estate Management Industry Mr. Kastes can assist you in case developement, advice, research, an if apropriate provide credible expert testamony 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, Maintenance 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 IFPO
CPOI Certified Protection Officer Instructor IFPO
Security Guard Licenced Armed

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

OVER 34 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MANAGING A LARGE PORTFOLIO OF MULTIFAMILY AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES IN THE USA & CANADA

Present portfolio includes apartment communities, office buildings, and single family rentals.
Operation responsibilities include assessing, implementation, supervision of all 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 liaison between owners and regulatory agencies on environmental, permitting and zoning issues.

PARTIAL 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-EYE Street - Washington DC
	11 Story 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 REPRESENATIVE 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 - Fort 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 Introduced 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:
	ApartmentCommunities 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

Bay Area Apartment Association (BAAA)

International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO)

CIVIC ASSOCIATIONS

Cross Pointe Home Owners Association

Past President
Past Chairman Architectural Committee

CIS Save Our Youth Foundation - Board Member