by Stephanie Udell | Mar 10, 2026 | Owner Education
Moving out of your home comes with a lot of decisions, but few feel as big as this one: should you rent or sell your home when you move? For many homeowners, the instinct is to sell and move on. Renting can feel complicated, risky, or intimidating because you’re not...
by Stephanie Udell | Feb 23, 2026 | Owner Education
In this series, we’ve talked about how keeping your home as a rental can be a smart move in the right situation, but today, let’s flip that. Renting is not always the best step, and forcing it rarely leads to a good outcome. Here are three common situations where...
by Stephanie Udell | Feb 12, 2026 | Owner Education
A new job, a family change, a life shift, and suddenly you’re making big decisions fast. One of the biggest questions tends to land right away: What do I do with my house? For many homeowners, selling feels like the default answer. It’s clean. It’s final. It removes...
by Stephanie Udell | Feb 5, 2026 | Owner Education
If your mortgage rate starts with a “2” or a “3”, you may be holding one of the most valuable financial assets of the last decade. Many homeowners who bought or refinanced between 2020 and 2022 locked in historically low interest rates. Today,...
by Stephanie Udell | Jan 29, 2026 | Owner Education
You’re preparing to move soon, or you may have already moved, and your thumb is hovering over your realtor’s phone number, ready to call to discuss listing your home for sale. Perhaps this is your first home, and selling it leaves a bittersweet cavity in your chest,...
by Stephanie Udell | Jan 20, 2026 | Owner Education
Uncertainty has a way of creating noise, and 2025 brought plenty of it. For property owners, that noise can be unsettling, and this is especially true for those who are viewing what appears to be a less-than-stellar year on paper. But keep in mind this adage that you...
Sergio joined United Properties in 2020. He is a graduate from Pickens Technical College as a Nurse Assistant and as a Small Animal Care Provider in 2010. In the past nine years, Sergio has had various jobs, all focused around customer service.
Eden joined United Properties in 2016. Eden graduated from Davenport University in 2015 with an Associate’s in Business Administration. She’s the Executive Assistant to the Owner of United Properties, with a focus on procedural documentation. She enjoys playing guitar, reading, and doing outdoor activities. Eden is trilingual and able to communicate in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language. 
David joined the United Properties team in 2019 as the Director of Client Relations and Business Development. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading all leasing, application underwriting, tenant relations, accounts receivable, process improvement, remote workers, and general office functionality (essentially anything outside of maintenance and service). David comes from a longstanding career at a Fortune 15 company primarily in a sales and customer service leadership role.
Matthew joined the United Properties in early 2020. He is a graduate of Lee University with a bachelor’s in Intercultural Studies and also a master’s in Discipleship and Christian Formation. Matthew serves as a project manager over the Rent Ready process. He has 20 years of construction experience and over 10 years of experience in leadership positions. He oversees a team of technicians and schedules outside vendors getting properties back to the United rent-ready standard so that they can be leased again.
Cristina joined United Properties as the Accounting and Billing Team Lead in October of 2020. She has experience as a technology professional, an English-Spanish translator, and has worked the past several years as the treasurer of her condominium.
Rick joined United Properties in 2020 as a Service Coordinator and then later transitioned to the Collections team, where his customer service shines. Rick has an extensive background in customer service and enjoys being able to resolve issues. He and his wife are raising their two kids and in his free time, Rick enjoys making his own homemade jerky.
Harriet joined United Properties as a Accounting & Billing Specialist in February of 2021. She has experience as a bookkeeper and a Property Manager for a Real Estate account. She was a working student during her college days. Harriet loves cleaning because she thinks it is therapeutic. She also loves watching series during her free time, and she’s a fur mom of one dog. Her inspiration to work every day is her family.
Diego has an extensive background in customer service and, most recently in Maintenance and
Paulina joined United in early 2021 as a Leasing Assistant. She has a background studying social work, with several years of experience in customer service. She speaks English and Spanish fluently and loves to learn. Paulina enjoys small road trips and cold, rainy weather. Her dog is her favorite thing in the world.
Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial strategies and public accounting and is studying a masters in Blockchain and Fintech regulation. She has previous experience as a customer service representative. She speaks English and Spanish. She loves taking long walks with her three dogs, hiking and road tripping during the weekends.
Chris Good is new to the United Properties Team since June 2022 as a Business Development Manager. With years of experience in both the construction industry (Master Electrician) and the Real Estate industry (Broker), he will closely work with new and experienced investors to facilitate their real estate goals.
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Soroya has been with United Properties since March 2025. Her problem-solving, time management, and communication skills help her shine when working collaboratively with tenants and prospects. She is currently pursuing a degree in Cyber Security at Davenport University. Thanks to her tech-savviness, she excels at navigating and troubleshooting common technology and software issues.
Marlon Joined United Properties in 2025 as a service coordinator. He arrived with solid experience in customer service, property management, and marketing. If you need assistance with either a new or a previous situation, he will be more than glad to help you. Depending on the season, he likes spending time outdoors, going hiking, or simply taking a stroll around town to see what’s new in the city.
Hector began his career in customer service in 2017, gaining valuable experience in client support and communication. In 2021, he transitioned into sales roles, where he developed a strong ability to drive results and build relationships. Since 2023, he has worked in maintenance, IT, and tech support, expanding his skills in troubleshooting, systems support, and hands-on problem-solving. His background combines over eight years of customer-facing roles with a growing expertise in technical support and operations.
Gar Allison joined United Properties as Director of Operations in August 2025. He brings a decade of experience, covering construction project management, supply chain, sales, marketing, and regulatory compliance. Before that, he spent five years as an Engines Sales Representative in Kansas City, MO, shortly after graduating from Davenport University in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in business management.
Junior joined United Properties as a Leasing Assistant in February 2026 with a background in customer service and insurance claims. Junior is a lifelong learning with a genuine passion for helping people, especially when it comes to finding a place they can truly call home, and Property Management is where he feels most connected to this purpose. Outside of work, Junior is a proud father of two children that he raises with his wife, who constantly inspires him to grow beyond his limits while nourishing his hobbies through creative outlets like music, including guitar and singing.