Reike Plecas

Proven success overseeing large portfolios, maximizing property performance, increasing resident retention, managing capital improvement projects, and developing high-performing teams. Extensive experience in budgeting, lease administration, vendor management, investor reporting, Fair Housing compliance, and operational excellence. A strategic, results-driven professional with exceptional organizational, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Property Manager at The Grove at Hickman (2024-03 – 2025-04)

Managed all operations of a 240-unit market-rate apartment community undergoing significant improvements after more than 45 years of deferred maintenance.

• Directed day-to-day operations of a 240-unit multifamily community.
• Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase occupancy and leasing activity.
• Managed apartment turns, make-ready schedules, lease preparation, lease renewals, and resident relations.
• Negotiated vendor contracts and managed competitive bidding processes.
• Oversaw vendor performance and project completion.
• Managed rent collections and represented ownership during eviction proceedings.
• Prepared annual operating budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Presented ROI analyses for capital improvement projects to ownership and investors.
• Maintained compliance with company policies and industry standards while improving operational efficiencies.
• Diminished crime by 90% per Sgt Erin Costanzo Dsm Police
• Hosted first ever: Easter Egg Hut, May day Bounce House Jamboree, Trunk and Treat with 70 residents participating in treat car decorations, 14 Farmers Market vendors, Hay Rack ride hosting over 511 persons
• KCCI TV8 news cast feature December 2024 Duo gift giving with over 1000 gifts

Regional Property Manager at The 421 Properties, LLC (2002-10 – 2024-02)

Directed operations for a portfolio of 11 multifamily, single-family, and commercial properties across four states.

• Oversaw financial and operational performance for an extensive regional property portfolio.
• Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, and evaluated onsite management teams.
• Developed staff to build strong resident-focused communities while maximizing occupancy and profitability.
• Coordinated and led regional management meetings.
• Conducted quarterly site inspections and prepared executive property condition reports for investors.
• Prepared annual operating budgets and monthly Executive Summary reports for investor conference calls.
• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Approved vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and project payouts.
• Recommended capital expenditures and replacement schedules based on inspections and maintenance history.
• Successfully onboarded new communities and trained staff using: RealPage, Yardi, AppFolio, Hemlane
• Established and maintained approved vendor programs including Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and 1099 documentation.
• Developed project scopes for capital improvements and general contracting work.
• Monitored projects through completion to ensure quality, budget compliance, and timely closeout.
• Delivered exceptional resident service and timely work order completion.
• Extensive knowledge of: Fair Housing, HUD, Section 8, LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit)
• Successfully completed 21 Grace Hill continuing education courses.
• Personally participated in annual neighborhood inspections, earning the "Tajmahood to Tajmahall" beautification recognition from Polk County inspectors.
• Consistently improved operational performance through strategic planning and strong leadership.

Vice President Residential Lending at Hawkeye Mortgage (1993-05 – 2002-08)

Responsible for leading strategic growth operations in Prime and Sub-Prime Markets in the sales, operations, profitability of a mortgage brokerage while ensuring regulatory compliance in RESPA and providing exceptional customer service.

• Leadership of 25 LO's 3 Processors while driving loan production, managing financial performance, developing high-performing teams and maintaining strong relationships with Real Estate Agents, Brokers, Borrowers, Builders and a wealth of Financial institutions and community partners
• Co-Leader Polder and Associates/ReMax for New Home Buyer Seminars

President at Veracity Financial Group, LLC / Webster City Credit Bureau / LAS, League Adjustment Services / HRS, Check Securities Service / Marshalltown Credit Bureau / BRS, Business Revenue Systems, Iowa (1988-09 – 1993-01)

President and owner of 6 Accounts receivable/collection agencies employing 317 employees in three states operating in an electronic setting on Tiger Systems of San Francisco California in accordance with; FDCPA, FCRA, Graham Leech Briley Acts as governed by the FTC Federal Trade Commission and local Attorney General Offices.

• Financial oversight of multi-faceted collection firms engaged in Medical, Hospital, Credit Card, bank loans, Municipalities, Tele-Communication and Credit Union debt collections.
• Officer engaged in the Merger and Acquisition of 3 smaller collection firms or local credit bureaus.

Bachelor of Science – Northwest Missouri State University (1985)