Michael Johnson

Real Estate, Property Management

United States

About

Michael Johnson is the Owner and Principal Broker of PMI Commonwealth, a full-service real estate firm providing property management, residential/commercial sales, leasing, maintenance, and investment services throughout Central and Southwest Virginia. Under his leadership, PMI Commonwealth has grown to manage more than 350 rental units while serving property owners, investors, buyers, sellers, and residents with a commitment to exceptional customer service and operational excellence. With more than 40 years of experience in real estate, property management, and business leadership, Michael combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise to help clients maximize the value of their real estate investments. His areas of expertise include residential property management, real estate brokerage, portfolio growth, business development, operational systems, and investor relations. As an entrepreneur, Michael has successfully built and operated multiple businesses, including real estate franchises and maintenance operations. He is passionate about leveraging technology, efficient processes, and strong relationships to create outstanding results for clients while building scalable, service-driven organizations. Michael is also actively involved in the real estate and property management industries, staying at the forefront of best practices, regulatory changes, and market trends. He holds a BA from San Diego State University, an MBA from Holy Names University, and the prestigious Real Property Administrator (RPA) designation from BOMA. He is a licensed real estate broker in Virginia and a member of NRVAR, CAAR, IREM, and NARPM. Through PMI Commonwealth, Michael and his team help property owners, investors, buyers, and sellers achieve their goals while delivering professional, transparent, and results-driven service. He is always interested in connecting with fellow real estate professionals, investors, property owners, and business leaders throughout Virginia and beyond. 350+ doors under management $1M+ annual revenue 24,000+ LinkedIn followers Serving Charlottesville, Roanoke, Gainesville, and surrounding markets

Experience

  • President at PMI Commonwealth
    Jun 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 1 mo

    PMI Commonwealth is a full service real estate asset management company that provides professional property management and real estate brokerage services. We provide both residential and commercial property owners with the highest quality property management services using state-of-the-art technology to keep them informed of how their investments are doing in real time, while providing tenants of these properties access to maintenance requests and billing. PMI Commonwealth is dedicated to providing our clients with excellent customer service by maximizing owner profitability while preserving their investment in real estate. At PMI Commonwealth, we make property management, manageable! Our office is locally owned and independently operated. We are part of a larger franchise that has been perfecting and changing the property management industry for over 20 years. The experience PMI has gained worldwide… truly reflects within our service offerings on a local level. The key to our success is not only providing prompt, friendly and professional services to our property owners and their tenants, but also understanding that your property is an important investment in your future as well as ours. We not only strive to increase the value of your asset over time, but we also help you set the maximum rent possible so each month you grow in your investment.

  • President at Charlottesville Handyman Services
    Apr 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Charlottesville Handyman is a locally owned and operated business that has been proudly serving our community for over 19 years. We take great pride in the work we do and offer a wide range of repair and maintenance services to ensure that your home or business stays in top shape. Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with awards from C-Ville Weekly Magazine, Charlottesville Family Magazine, and Daily Progress Reader’s Choice. We are dedicated to maintaining this level of quality and customer satisfaction in all of our projects. We look forward to working with you and providing top-notch service for all your handyman needs!

  • Commercial Real Estate Advisor at Renaud Consulting
    Mar 2013 - May 2014 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Renaud Consulting is a full service commercial real estate company comprised of seasoned professionals with specific areas of expertise, who together as a team, provide clients with advice and counsel designed to enhance the performance of their real estate holdings and maximize returns. RC approaches each real estate investment from a strategic planning perspective, whereby our team "disaggregates" the property into its service components (e.g., leasing, property management, development/construction, disposition, financing and legal). Then, we analyze each component to identify the property's needs and the ownership's goals. Lastly, we "reassemble" the components by developing a comprehensive strategic plan for the property. While we think this holistic approach optimizes results, RC also offers clients the following services on an a la carte basis: Leasing, Property Management, Investment Sales, Development & Construction, Equity Financing, Legal and Strategic Planning.

  • Senior Associate at EDGE Commercial Real Estate
    Feb 2012 - Feb 2013 · 1 yr 1 mo

    EDGE Commercial Real Estate is a locally owned regional commercial real estate advisory, management and investment company. Our services at EDGE are designed around a creative entrepreneurial spirit and a regional firm agility that has enabled EDGE to deliver superior results to our clients and partners. Our executive staff offers nearly 180 years of combined commercial real estate experience and a track record that includes many of the Washington DC Metropolitan Area’s most noteworthy transactions, totaling nearly six billion dollars. EDGE currently manages over 8.4 million square feet of commercial space throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area.

  • Associate at Trimark Corporation
    Mar 2011 - Feb 2012 · 1 yr

    Trimark Corporation is a commercial real estate services company that operates primarily in the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan region. Trimark’s professional services include property management, leasing, sales, investments, mechanical, and facilities maintenance services. Trimark provides these services for office buildings, retail strip centers, mixed-use projects and warehouse properties, which collectively comprise millions of square feet of commercial space in the region. The commercial real estate market is dynamic and unforgiving, and there are numerous pitfalls for those who do not seek advice from seasoned professionals.