Elena Keating

Experience

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  The R&B ALLSTARS

  Aug 1986 - now

  Professional Vocalist and Band Leader

  10 piece Soul/R&B Band. Manage all bookings, event planning, logistics, payroll and day to day business for The R&B Allstars.I've been consistently working as a professional singer in the SF Bay Area market for 30 years. I can put together fantastic bands of any size using only seasoned pros for your next party. My band performs outdoor concerts, corporate parties, weddings, night clubs, house parties...known for stellar vocalists and musicians. I am also a soloist for weddings and memorial services, National Anthem for pro sports teams, background singer for major artists, recording sessions and commercials. I am also available for private voice lessons. Show less

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  Northbay Family Homes

  Jan 2004 - Mar 2012

  Affordable Housing Consultant

  • Worked in partnership with COO, Vice President and Project Director of Meadow Park at Hamilton to assist in creating one of the largest affordable housing ownership projects in the Country• Team leader of Income Analyst/Processing Team. Worked with hundreds of families from application and loan approval, through close of escrow to Key in the Door – with award winning customer service.• Managed proprietary applicant database, loan documentation and escrow completion for approval by the City of Novato Assistant City Manager and Lender• Maintained critical documentation, communication and guidelines specific to the affordable housing marketplace• Counsel, educate first time home buyers and provide guidance on requirements of financial documents.• Analyze income, credit reports and tax returns for file preparation for underwriters.• Assist borrowers in obtaining down payment assistance and federal grant availability.• Fluid management of dynamic guidelines of various government and State programs offering assistance loans. (WISH, IDEA, CHDAP)• Lead home buying seminars and delivered presentations Marin County business including Bio Marin, Solar Craft, Kaiser Hospitals, Sutter Health and Lucas Film, and more. • Calculate loan payoffs for CASA borrowers (shared appreciation loan program), escrow and compliance reporting. • Received NeighborWorks Certification for Homebuyer Training and FHA loan programs Show less

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  Affordable Housing Consultant

  May 2004 - now

  Licensed Real Estate and Mortgage Professional
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  The City of Novato

  Mar 2012 - Jan 2013

  Assistant Housing Coordinator

  • Facilitated transition of City of Novato’s affordable homes for sale to the management of HAS and Hello Housing SF.• Served as lead contact for Meadowpark and Villa Entrada home owners seeking refinance or sale• Calculation of new Deed Restricted valuation of sales price, communicate assessed values to Agents and MHA• Expertise and oversight of Recorded Affordable Housing Covenants and Restrictions and communication with customers and homeowners.• Advocate for owners, provide negotiation counsel for interaction with bank contacts and housing advocates.• Created tracking system for all NOD’s and foreclosures for the City of Novato delineating stock categories such as senior housing, assisted living, low income rentals and transitional housing.• Point of contact for owners regarding the City of Novato’s affordable regulations, restrictions, and requirements Show less

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  Privately owned real estate

  Jan 2013 - now

  Real Estate and Project Manager

  I help people succeed, win, conquer, and achieve goals! I combine my real estate, event coordination, financing, legal, artistic, organizing, entertainment, business and people skills to tackle projects, big and small: planning your event, managing a home purchase, your office, renter and vendor management, coordinating the sale of a home and subsequent move for you or an elderly relative. I make room for humor and positivity. I also happen to be a professional vocalist. (Google: Elena Keating NBA National Anthem) ** How can I help? ** Show less