As we continue our team member introductions, we’d like you to meet our Executive Administrator, Melissa McKay.

A lifelong resident of San Diego county, Melissa grew up in Encinitas and attended San Diego State University. She’s watched Encinitas grow and change so much over the years and is still grateful to call this coastal city her home. A fun fact about Melissa is that she went to the same schools her three kids now attend. 

With a background in office management and administration, Melissa met RPMS CEO, John Farizell and CFO, Stephanie Peters, through the PTA at their children’s school. An active volunteer, Melissa even held the role of PTA President. It wasn’t long after RPMS was formed that John hired Melissa to help him manage the office and assist with client needs. 

Melissa now serves RPMS clients during their onboarding process as part of the transition team, as well as managing accounts payable and assisting with property management. She helps coordinate with vendors and schedule maintenance and repairs.

When Melissa isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also likes to cook and is having fun teaching her kids how to bake. Her family is anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new puppy.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration, residential and commercial association oversight, and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

RPMS is excited to welcome a new staff member, Executive Assistant Leah Gonzalez. An Air Force veteran with a background in real estate, Leah has already proven to be a valuable addition to the RPMS team.

Leah grew up south of Seattle and joined the Air Force when she was 21. In 2005 she was deployed to Iraq where she served as an air traffic controller and also met her husband. After returning from deployment, Leah attended the University of Nevada at Las Vegas and earned a business degree. She spent time working for the FAA and eventually earned her real estate license, moving to San Diego in 2011.

With a desire to continue working in real estate or a related industry, Leah found RPMS and jumped at the opportunity to take on the role of executive assistant. Her background allows her to understand the business, while her time as an air traffic controller taught her to think on her feet and adapt quickly.

When she’s not working, Leah enjoys doing craft projects and painting, as well as spending time outdoors with her family on hikes, bike rides, or camping trips. She also volunteers with a cat rescue group called Saving One Life. You can check out their new first-of-its-kind cat cocktail lounge, Whiskers and Wine in University Heights. RPMS is thrilled to have Leah join the team.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration, residential and commercial association oversight, and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

Reliable Property Management Services is excited to add the Village Park Townhomes Corporation Number Two community to its roster of management clients. Located in a coveted area of Encinitas, these spacious two-story homes have a plethora of amenities to entice homeowners. 

The homes were built in the mid-1970s and boast attached garages and private backyards. Residents have access to a pool, clubhouse, newly-renovated tennis/pickleball courts, and a large grassy park and playground. Parkdale Lane Elementary School and Diegueno Middle School, both top-tier schools, are just a short walk.

Located in the Village Park neighborhood of Encinitas, the townhomes are conveniently close to shopping, restaurants, and multiple parks. There are multiple beaches just a short drive away from this quiet and family-friendly neighborhood. 

RPMS is pleased to serve the Village Park Townhomes 2 community with first-rate customer service and the highest standards when it comes to management and communication. 

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

Reliable Property Management Services is pleased to be working with Leucadia Hills, a private community in a quiet, coastal neighborhood. This charming complex is home to 36 condominiums and a variety of desirable amenities, including a pool and spa.

Built in 1984, Leucadia Hills is a gated complex with bright, open floor plans in two-story attached homes. Residents enjoy private balconies and spacious patios, as well as an attached garage. The local schools in the area are highly-rated, including Paul Ecke Elementary and Diegueno Middle School.

Leucadia Hills is conveniently located near the coastal business district of downtown Leucadia. With a short walk or bike ride, residents can grab a coffee or lunch and then head to Beacon’s Beach for a stroll by the water. The freeway is just a few minutes away, allowing quick access to neighboring coastal cities and downtown San Diego.

RPMS looks forward to bringing its management expertise to the Leucadia Hills community in order to best serve the needs of the Owners Association and its members.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

Reliable Property Management Services recently added the Villa San Luis Rey complex to its portfolio. This desirable Oceanside property offers spacious condos in a convenient location with easy access to shopping, outdoor recreation, and Camp Pendleton.

Villa San Luis Rey is made up of 48 luxury units built in 1993. With modern floorplans offering one, two, and three-bedroom options, residents enjoy multiple amenities such as a pool, community bbq area, and attached garages.

Located conveniently near the 76 freeway, the complex is close to dining and shopping and just a quick drive away from downtown Oceanside and the coast. With Guajome Regional Park down the stree, residents can easily enjoy multiple hiking trails and outdoor recreation areas. Local schools include the highly-rated Alamosa Park Elementary School, as well as Roosevelt Middle School and Vista High School.

RPMS looks forward to serving the Villa San Luis Rey Homeowners Association and exceeding the expectations of its members with exceptional customer service and effective management practices.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

As RPMS continues to grow, we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our team. We hope you enjoy getting to know our amazing staff members.

It makes sense to start at the beginning with RPMS Founder and CEO, John Farizell. With just over twenty years of experience in property management, John is a true leader who sets the tone for the entire team. As one client put it, “In an industry where so many leaders get it wrong, John always seems to get it right. He’s built a team that is passionate and cares about the work they do.”

John grew up in the Bay Area as the oldest of two siblings. After graduating from Alhambra Senior High School, he began his career in property management with a local firm. He spent the next several years learning the industry and honing his skills. John also married his wife, Noelle, and they had their first child. In 2008, they relocated to the San Diego area and eventually landed in Encinitas where they currently live with their two children.

Through the years, John continued to build his experience in property and association management until 2017 when he decided to start Reliable Property Management Services. Since its launch, RPMS has consistently grown as more and more clients experience the high standards of customer service that John maintains. The RPMS portfolio now includes over twenty-five residential and commercial associations and several large professional developments, including historic Liberty Station in Point Loma where RPMS has a satellite office to better serve its properties in the central San Diego area.

When he’s not working, John enjoys attending concerts and sporting events with his family.  He’s passionate about giving back to the community and has spent much of his free time over the years as a volunteer coach and board member for local youth sports organizations. Carrying the value of service into his business, John has led RPMS to sponsor several youth sports teams and participate in the Santee Santa’s program. You’ll currently find him coaching a 12U football team with the LCC Pop Warner program.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication, and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/.

Reliable Property Management Services Founder and CEO, John Farizell will coach a 12U football team with the La Costa Canyon Pop Warner Association for the fall 2022 season. After many years of coaching with the Friday Night Lights flag football program, John is excited about this new opportunity.

The LCC Pop Warner program launched in the early 1960s as San Dieguito Pop Warner. In 2007, the name and colors were changed to align with La Costa Canyon High School. LCC Pop Warner now serves youth football players and cheerleaders in Cardiff, Encinitas, La Costa, Leucadia, Olivenhain, and north Rancho Santa Fe. LCCPW prides itself on developing “strong, smart, responsible, healthy young men and women” through sports experiences that teach them the importance of such values as teamwork and discipline.

John has witnessed the positive impact of youth sports on his own children, as well as those on the teams he has coached. Over the years, RPMS has been a team sponsor for multiple youth sports programs, including little league, softball, and football. By giving his time and energy as a volunteer coach, John believes he can contribute to LCCPW’s mission within the community. He says, “It’s always rewarding to see kids developing their skills and love for the game, but even more so when you’re working with a program that emphasizes values like the importance of the team over the individual.”

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

RPMS is excited to include the Normandy By The Sea and Seascape Shores communities in its management portfolio. Both properties are located just north of San Diego and provide residents with an ideal coastal living environment. 

Located in Del Mar, Normandy By The Sea consists of 38 one and two-bedroom units and features picturesque ocean views and direct beach access. Built in 1973, this gated community boasts amenities such as a pool and hot tub, underground parking, and community bbq and picnic areas. Residents of Normandy By The Sea can enjoy the restaurants and shops of nearby Del Mar Village, as well as top-tier schools in the Del Mar and San Dieguito Union districts.

Seascape Shores is an oceanfront gated community just up the coast in Solana Beach, featuring 51 Cape Cod-style townhomes. Residents of this gated property can take advantage of the pool and hot tub, underground parking, recreation area, and private beach access. The property is convenient to restaurants and shopping in nearby downtown Solana Beach, with easy access to the freeway for quick trips to San Diego and the surrounding coastal cities.

RPMS looks forward to serving the communities of Normandy By The Sea and Seascape Shores with its trademark commitment to dependability and effective management. 

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/. 

Reliable Property Management Services is pleased to announce the addition of Palisades Pointe to its client roster. This highly desirable Carlsbad neighborhood offers single-family homes in a quiet community near the beach.

Described as family-friendly with a beachy vibe, Palisades Pointe features three to five-bedroom homes built in the mid-1980s. Community members can take advantage of nearby trails, as well as Tamarack Beach located just minutes away. On-site parking for RVs and boats is ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors. The local Carlsbad Unified School District offers highly-rated options for children from elementary through high school.

Situated about half an hour north of San Diego, this quiet and picturesque neighborhood is just minutes from the popular Carlsbad Village area full of restaurants and shops. Residents can stay close by or make a quick trip downtown to see a concert or enjoy a Padres game at Petco Park. 

RPMS is excited about the opportunity to serve the Palisades Pointe community with exceptional customer service and the type of management that ensures this neighborhood continues to thrive.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/.

RPMS is happy to announce the addition of a new team member, Property Manager Nora Johnson. A San Diego native, Nora is excited to be working in beautiful Liberty Station where she attended High Tech High. 

Following high school, Nora studied at Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island where she earned a degree in Culinary Arts and Food Service Management. After college, Nora took a position with Omni Hotels in New York City, later transitioning to Director of Restaurants for Omni in Boston. Most recently Nora worked to open a new Omni property near the Vikings practice facility in Minnesota before returning to San Diego to be closer to her family.

With her background in hospitality, Nora brings a wealth of experience in customer service and will surely prove to be a valuable asset to RPMS clientele. Nora describes her role in Liberty Station as, “preserving the historic integrity and exterior beauty of Liberty Station, while helping to make it as accessible and enjoyable as possible for all visitors and guests.” She appreciates the mix of both modern services and historical significance.

When she’s not working, Nora is busy studying to get her MBA at Point Loma Nazarene University. She also enjoys cooking, spending time with family, and the occasional camping trip in the rooftop tent on her Jeep. RPMS is excited to welcome Nora to the team.

About Reliable Property Management Services

RPMS is a privately owned boutique management firm serving the greater San Diego area. Specializing in community administration and fiscal management, RPMS is committed to providing every client with the highest level of customer service through prompt, consistent communication and transparency in all management practices. For more information, visit https://rpmsca.com/.