🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Erik Sabotka, Vice President of Operations at RPM Living, to talk about his journey through real estate operations, the power of property management, and why this industry is one of the most underrated — and rewarding — career paths out there.
Erik’s career is a masterclass in growth. Starting as a Property Manager at Equity Residential, he worked his way up through roles at Aimco, Bethany Group, Morgan Properties, Bozzuto, and Overland Property Group before taking on his current role at RPM Living. Along the way, he’s overseen teams, managed assets, and led operations across some of the biggest and most respected names in multifamily.
What stood out most in our conversation was Erik’s perspective on the industry itself. Multifamily isn’t always in the spotlight, but Erik makes the case for why it’s one of the most dynamic and impactful careers in real estate — blending leadership, operations, finance, and community-building into one. His story is a reminder that the best leaders in our space are often those who grew through the ranks and understand every level of the business.
In this episode, we dive into:
(1) Erik’s career journey from onsite management to executive leadership
(2) Why property management is underrated — and why more people should join the industry
(3) The leadership lessons Erik has learned from decades in multifamily
(4) What makes RPM Living special, and how its people-first culture is driving growth
Erik’s insights are candid, practical, and inspiring — a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand what makes property management such a vital (and rewarding) part of real estate.
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