Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Property Management Services in Charleston, SC
Founded in 2005 by Lona Vest and Laurie Schueler, our company leverages 43 years of combined industry expertise to deliver comprehensive property management solutions. We specialize in managing fee-simple associations, high-rise condominiums, and townhome communities while handling complex reconstruction projects, insurance claims, and regime-related litigation. Our proactive approach prioritizes long-term property health through strategic collaboration with boards of directors and property owners. We tailor services to meet unique property requirements, ensuring operational efficiency and resident satisfaction. With a focus on transparency and accountability, we maintain meticulous records, coordinate vendor contracts, and optimize financial management through certified accounting partners.Our team provides 24/7 emergency support and utilizes advanced software systems to streamline property operations. Having overseen multimillion-dollar reconstruction projects and hurricane recovery efforts, we bring proven crisis management capabilities to every property we serve. Our leadership team's deep local knowledge of Charleston's real estate market ensures informed decision-making for coastal and urban properties alike. We maintain South Carolina real estate licensing and adhere to strict professional standards in all management activities. Through decades of experience managing Wild Dunes' luxury properties, we've developed specialized expertise in high-end condominium associations and resort-style communities.
Services
Administration
Financial Management
Insurance Coordination
Emergency Response
Vendor Management
Budget Preparation
Record Keeping
Association Meetings
Property Inspections
Compliance Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 43 years of combined experience in Charleston property management
- Our team specializes in hurricane recovery and multimillion-dollar reconstruction projects
- We provide 24/7 emergency response services for property crises
- Our tailored management packages address each property's unique requirements
- We maintain transparent financial management with certified accounting partners
Services
Property Administration
Our property administration service handles all operational aspects including board meeting coordination, document management, and compliance oversight. We prepare meeting agendas, maintain official records, and ensure adherence to association bylaws. Our team provides expert guidance for regime-related documentation and governance matters.
Financial Management
We offer comprehensive financial management through certified accounting partners, including budget preparation, assessment collection, and financial reporting. Our services cover invoice processing, fund disbursement, and investment strategy to maximize property financial health while maintaining complete transparency.
Emergency Response
Our 24/7 emergency response service addresses urgent property issues including storm damage, plumbing failures, and safety hazards. With decades of experience managing hurricane recovery projects, we coordinate rapid repairs while navigating insurance claims and regulatory requirements efficiently.
Vendor Coordination
We manage all vendor relationships including contract preparation, service specification, and performance oversight. Our team coordinates competitive bidding processes, ensures service quality, and maintains vendor compliance with property management standards and budgetary constraints.
Insurance Services
Our insurance coordination service includes policy procurement, coverage evaluation, and claims management. We obtain competitive quotes, review insurable values, and guide properties through complex claims processes from minor incidents to major storm damage recovery.
People
Lona Vest
Co-Founder
With 30+ years of Charleston property management experience, Lona graduated from University of South Carolina with a Political Science degree. She managed 300+ units at Howell & Associates before leading $23M hurricane reconstruction projects at Ravenel Associates.
Laurie Schueler
Co-Founder
Laurie brings 25+ years of local expertise, starting at Darby Development before managing 800+ units across four firms. She served as Wild Dunes Community Association Director overseeing 2,000+ properties and directed regime management at Pam Harrington Exclusives.
Questions
What types of properties do you manage?
We specialize in condominiums, townhome communities, and fee-simple associations including luxury beachfront properties like Mariner's Walk in Wild Dunes.
How do you handle property emergencies?
Our team provides 24/7 on-call emergency response for urgent property issues including storm damage, plumbing failures, and safety hazards.
What financial management services do you provide?
We handle budget preparation, assessment collection, vendor payment processing, and financial reporting through our certified accounting partners.
Do you offer customized management packages?
Yes, we tailor our services to meet each property's specific requirements while maintaining core management standards.
What experience do your managers have?
Our founders have 43 combined years managing Charleston properties including hurricane reconstruction projects exceeding $23 million in value.
