Assistant Manager Property Manager, IREM. We asked Ted Thurn, director, government affairs, at IREM HQ about some of the challenges involved with the job of an IREM Certified Property Manager. Mr. Thurn said most experienced CPMs typically hold executive-level executive positions at real estate management companies. Please visit IREM headquarters and read the article below, by Ted Thurn.
“The Institute of Realty Management is an association of licensed real estate management company representatives who work together as an organization. This association has its own board of directors, each of whom are elected by their fellow members. It is important for an individual or company seeking membership to be ready to meet the criteria for this board of directors. You can review the qualifications on our web site.
For those of you who are interested in becoming an IREM Certified Property Manager and who have a background in finance and are not currently holding management positions, please see below for additional information on the qualifications for this position. The duties of IREM Certified Property Managers include: serving as the company’s representative, responsible for planning and implementing all aspects of the company’s property management program, maintaining a positive working relationship with property owners and tenants, performing the company’s due diligence and reporting to the board of directors. IREM is the only accredited agency recognized by the National Association of REO’s and is listed on their website.
If you have a history in finance and are currently holding a management position and would like to learn more about IREM Certified Property Managers, contact us and we’ll provide you with more information. on IREM’s website.
“The purpose of IREM is to educate real estate property managers and potential candidates about the real world issues facing today’s real estate industry and how to address them in a timely and effective manner. We believe that a person who understands what real estate entails, particularly the responsibilities of managing a large and growing realty corporation, is the key to developing an organization that is a leader in today’s industry. IREM is the leading association of certified property management specialists.” – Ted Thurn
So you may be wondering if your realty company is involved with the IREM Certification Program? Contact the IREM office to learn more about the program.
“A person’s educational achievements do not determine whether a person is qualified for membership in IREM; however, these attributes are important for one’s success with IREM. An applicant must have a solid understanding of the IREM certification requirements, have a proven commitment to the realty industry, and possess a commitment to continually train and upgrade themselves through continuing education.” –Ted Thurn