Our Management Team

Buck Buchanan

President

After spending years investing in residential properties, he knows the pain of working with management companies that cheat, ignore, and lie to their clients.

Resolving to provide the kinds of services he’s had so much trouble finding from others, he started Buchanan Property Management. Word quickly spread of his impressive knowledge of building construction and repair…and he’s been a busy guy ever since.

A licensed California real estate broker since 2015, Buck is dedicated to giving back to the community around him. He’s active with a variety of charitable causes; sits on the Board of SoCalRHA (Southern California Rental Housing Assn.); and volunteers on committees as a member of IREMSD (Institute of Real Estate Management/San Diego).

Furthermore, in addition to managing every aspect of his own buildings, this native San Diegan brings to every conversation significant background as a remodeler, environmental engineer, and civil engineer. Add to that an unbeaten record of successful project management and you’ll find you’re working with one of the most detail-oriented problem-solvers in southern California.

Put Buck’s on-the-fly decision-making capabilities to work for you today.

Wesley Lynch

Property Manager

Wesley comes to us as the founder of a company focused on providing affordable help for renters, landlords, and owners. He’s spent years finding clever solutions to every imaginable property management issue…making him JUST the kind of person we want to have as part of the Buchanan Property Management family.

His knowledge and experience, layered atop training in business management and psychology, provides an unbeatable combination. Clients are continually amazed at his insights into budgets, marketing, and strategies for increasing resident retention rates, GOI, review scores, and online presence.

From leasing to remodeling, single property or multisite, you’ll be in good hands with Wesley’s straight-talk, in-depth knowledge, and a determination to always do right by those he’s working with. “At the end of the day, the ONLY thing that matters is client satisfaction,” he says.

A San Diego native, Wesley brings well over a decade of property expertise to every conversation. Whether you require guidance on commercial or residential properties, single family homes or communities with hundreds of units, he’s the guy to talk with. Make your appointment today.

Celeste Hernandez

Leasing Manager

 It’s rare these days to find someone more interested in talking and working with people than burying her nose in social media. But that’s our Celeste; a rare individual indeed, and only concerned that all her clients’ needs are addressed quickly and efficiently. Online distractions? NOT INTERESTED!

With a decade of account administration and project management a key part of each professional conversation, Celeste thrives by keeping projects and people on track, on budget, and on time. When added to her expertise in HR, finance, operations, communications, promotions, and sales, she’s everything you need…all in one package.

Of course, being so organized and buttoned up at the office demands time to cut loose at home. Which explains why Celeste spends her free time rollerblading, reading, horseback riding, and goofing with her son.

Yes indeed, Celeste is the real deal. See for yourself!

Janet Ward

Compliance Supervisor

Long ago, we learned the value and importance of structure, organization and standard operating procedures. Without them, you’ll quickly drown in a sea of minutiae.

Ah, but with them in place and consistently adhered to, your organization becomes unstoppable!

That’s why we were so pleased to have Janet Ward join our family of professionals. Always eager to take on a new challenge, Janet’s had a lifelong love affair with learning, self-education, and sharing her knowledge with all around her.

While others might have considered youth a hindrance, Janet leveraged her boundless energy and a degree to Business Administration into solid experience supervising operations at one of the region’s top theme parks. From there her talent and attention to detail brought her into daily contact with property and financial management, cash operations, employee oversight, government regulations, and tax oversight.

And let’s not forget almost nine years she’s already spent in the trenches overseeing every aspect of property management finances!

You will undoubtedly be impressed by Janet’s vigor, keen eye and overall meticulous nature. When layered atop her critical thinking skills, technical curiosity, and openness to a wide range of perspectives, it’s easy to see the value she brings to us…and to you…every day.

Brooke Nielsen

 Property Coordinator

We’ve spent years perfecting our focus on putting top talent at every stage in the Buchanan Property Management experience.

Consider Property Coordinator Brooke Nielsen, for example. Starting with her laser-like concentration on all things related to customer care and support, this San Diego native has made a career out of asking the right questions, finding the correct answers, and providing solutions where none seemed to exist.

While she started her professional life in the medical field, we spotted Brooke while she was honing her skills in the financial and entertainment industries. With her talent instantly obvious, we created an opportunity to lure her to improve your every business transaction.

The result: A positive, friendly attitude awaiting you at every turn; an unerring ability to juggle a seemingly endless series of tasks; and an almost zen-like sense of focus that enables her clients to sleep better at night, knowing they’re in the best of hands.

Working with Brooke, we’ve discovered up-close the impact of her thousand-watt smile. An avid baseball fan (GO PADRES!), this SDSU graduate loves cooking and spending time at the beach with her family. And if you find yourself stuck for a conversation starter, just ask her about her dog.

Alisyn Johnson

Staff Accountant

Let’s talk about enthusiasm!

Meet Alisyn, a San Diego native who brings a level of knowledge, wisdom, and street smarts that FAR exceed her age to her position at Buchanan’s newest Property Manager.

Though she’s only been in our industry a few short years, Alisyn has already gained substantial experience in virtually every aspect of the property management industry.

From general property management and showings to leasing and maintenance requests, it sometimes seems she’s done it all. This young woman’s background includes financial/insurance compliance, resident compliance and liaison relations, rent collections and financial processing, systems development, moving day…

In short, you name it, and she’s probably done it already!

Alisyn’s won the SCRHA Mark of Excellence Award (300+ units), despite her youth and largely due to her willingness to throw every bit of her energy into every assignment. She begins each day by finding ways to improve the customer experience.

Let Alisyn show you how to make the most of your property management experience. Reach out to her today, and know you’re in the best of hands.

Andrés Ledesma

Maintenance Supervisor

 When was the last time you encountered someone who pores through construction plans as bedtime reading? Meet Andrés Ledesma, innovations expert in roofing, plumbing, electrical, stucco, landscaping…

Let’s put it another way; basically, if it’s anything that’s construction-related, you want to have Andrés on the job to ensure it’s done correctly.

After studying at San Diego State University and running Handyman Reconstruction for several years, Buchanan Property Management was fortunate enough to lure their CEO to join us. You’re going to be VERY glad we did!

Andrés is one of those guys who likes taking things apart to see how they work. Then he successfully puts them back together…and without leaving any stray parts to worry about afterwards.

We’ve already discovered him to be a contradiction; a Renaissance man in a niche. You’ll find him to be focused, intellectual, skilled, respectful, ethical, responsible, organized, efficient, effective, innovative, and…well, you get the idea.

In his free time, Andrés does woodworking, painting and teaches his kids to repair his truck.

Bottom line: Whatever you need to have done, reach out to Andrés. He’ll get you fixed up quickly, correctly, and cost-effectively.

Beatriz Jara

Maintenance Coordinator

When it comes to watching your money and tracking unit repairs, NOBODY has a sharper sense of duty than Beatriz. Immersed in the property management industry from an early age, Beatriz brings with her years of training marine and environmental maintenance staff in the intricacies of OSHA requirements.

Makes you feel safer already, doesn’t she?

Got questions about your account? Ask Beatriz…she’s got the answers.

Efrain Garcia

Maintenance Technician

With seven years of property management under his belt already, Efrain is a familiar face to anyone working with Buchanan Property Management. 

Whether the issue is plumbing or electrical, painting or drywall, indoors or out, Efrain has seen it, understood it, and fixed it…quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

An avid baseball fan and golfer, Efrain enjoys Ultimate Fighting Championship, barbecuing, and camping with his family.

Efrain is also ready to immediately tend to whatever property needs you may have. 

Cristian Hernandez

Maintenance Technician

Since our first day in business, Buchanan Property Management has dedicated itself to providing the highest levels of service, quality, and maintenance. 

A while back we worked with Cristian on some plumbing challenges, and instantly recognized his ability to fix almost anything mechanical. Naturally, we brought him into our family. 

Cristian has an uncanny knack for anticipating any property’s needs, even before it comes to the attention of the owner. And our clients like working with him. 

Who wouldn’t? He’s smart, experienced, resourceful, and committed to doing whatever needs to be done to keep things running smoothly for you. 

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A native of San Diego, Cristian can be found building cool pieces of furniture in his off-hours. Prepare to be amazed when he shows up to address any of your property’s concerns.