About Us
These are the core values we live by AND THIS IS WHAT SETS US APART.
At Augusta Rental Homes, we are built as a unified, professional property management organization—not a loose collection of people. Our full-time, in-house team operates under structured systems and shared standards designed to deliver a higher level of service and consistency across every interaction.
Whether you are speaking with our leasing team, touring a home, working with resident services, or requesting maintenance, you are supported by a coordinated organization focused on professionalism, accountability, and execution. Every function works together through defined processes, clear ownership, and disciplined oversight.
The result is a management platform designed to raise the standard of property management—providing owners and residents with a reliable, responsive, and professionally operated experience.
Meet the Team
At Augusta Rental Homes, our team is the foundation of everything we do. We are a large, full-time, group of people who care deeply about their work, about each other, and about the homes and relationships entrusted to us. Property management at a high level does not happen by accident—it takes a committed, coordinated team showing up every day with purpose.
Our organization is made up of professionals across leasing, resident services, maintenance, accounting, project management, and leadership. But more importantly, it is made up of people who believe in what we are building. Friendly, approachable, and invested, our team members take pride in solving problems, supporting residents, protecting owners’ assets, and doing the job the right way.
It takes a large group of people working together to deliver property management at this level. Our team embraces that responsibility. We are here to support every home we manage and every person we serve—while continuing to raise the standard of property management in our market.

PAUL RUSH
President
After reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Paul began flipping houses and buying rental properties. A decade later, his company successfully manages hundreds of properties, offering solutions for both owners and residents.
Speaks Spanish fluently
Loves stupid jokes
Enjoys cycling
Obsessed with helicopters
“What’s in your head determines what is in your hands.”

JARON BERGERON
Owner services
Jaron started his career in real estate flipping and wholesaling houses, then continued on to management, overseeing renovations for over 10,000 houses. At Augusta Rental Homes, his team’s success is his success.
Loves traveling and spending time outdoors
Played collegiate tennis
Adopted a stray cat named Buttercup
“You can control your own destiny and write your own story.”

BARBARA HOPKINS
Business development manager
Barbara takes care of business, literally. With an impressive career in upper management, she is also well-versed in the housing industry and is passionate about helping others succeed. She strives to build great relationships in order to make your experience with Augusta Rental Homes memorable, impactful, and a solid investment.
Once stood 50 feet away from Michael Jackson
Loves her rescue dogs, “Pineapple” and “Mary Poppins”
Enjoys cooking, entertaining, and art
“A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there.”

RYAN MARBY
Accountant
Augusta native, Ryan, loves seeing investments grow and prosper. He is a Certified Public Accountant in Georgia, and his experience includes advising and preparing taxes and financial statements for real estate investors.
Has tried every restaurant’s chicken tenders in Augusta
Loves watching sports
Loves coffee
Enjoys following stock markets
“Plan the work, and work the plan.”

MAHALEY BRUNSON
Staff accountant
Mahaley started her career as a property manager and found her interest in accounting, which makes her ideal for her position! Her favorite part of the job is working with her coworkers and working with numbers.
Loves animals
Avid reader
Enjoys nature and traveling
“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome.”

AMANDA MARTIN
Leasing and operations manager
With several years of property management experience, Amanda is passionate about fostering growth within her team by guiding them through challenges, while celebrating their successes.
Obsessed with crime documentaries
Enjoys playing pool and bowling
Go Dawgs!
“Dream boldly, serve selflessly, and grow endlessly.”

AHKI ROSSER
Leasing specialist
Ahki possesses a drive to connect with people and create positive experiences, which makes her role as a Leasing Specialist ideal. She loves being able to focus on making others feel welcome and supported.
Supermom of 2 boys and 2 girls
Aspiring chef
Enjoys reading, shopping, and Netflix binging
“You may not be able to control every event that happens to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”

TIFFANY SIMMONS
Leasing specialist
Tiffany has always had an interest in real estate. As a Leasing Specialist, she loves being able to be herself while helping others find their future homes.
Has an adventurous spirit
Enjoys the outdoors
Food takes her to her happy place
“One day at a time I’m okay."

SHARANISHA THOMAS
Leasing specialist
Sharanisha finds joy in helping people find a place that feels like home. She also enjoys building strong relationships with prospects that last a lifetime.
Family time is the best time
Culinary creator
Post-apocalyptic pro
“Life will test you, but it will also teach you. Keep going—you’re growing through this.”

JASMINE MILLER
Resident services coordinator
When you walk into our office, you’ll be greeted with Jasmine’s smiling face, ready to assist you with your needs. She finds joy in meeting new people and helping those around her.
Loves thrift store shopping
Favorite band is Depeche Mode
Enjoys roller skating and dancing
Likes to draw, paint, and read
“The sun does not ask permission to shine, and neither do I.”

DESIRÉE MATTHEWS
Resident services coordinator
Desirée enjoys helping residents have a great experience while ensuring properties are well maintained. Her attention to detail and excellent organization skills allow her to thrive as a Resident Services Coordinator.
Loves roller skating
Has completed over 2,000 puzzles
Enjoys cooking and reading
“Live, love, and always laugh.”

CHUCK MERRITT IV
Resident services coordinator
Chuck has been in the property management space since 1996 and brings a wealth of knowledge in serving our residents. He takes pride in making them happy!
Supernatural ability to turn red lights to green
Time Magazine’s “Person of the Year” in 2006
Johnny Cash fan

KIERA FITZGERALD
Resident services coordinator
Kiera had the privilege of working as a Resident Services Coordinator in Hawaii when her husband was stationed there with the Army. She enjoys interacting with residents and sharing their excitement for moving into a new home.
Huge Disney fan
Swam with sharks and manta rays
Enjoys going to the gym and line dancing
“The past can hurt, but the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.” – Rafiki

ANNE VERSOZA
Resident services coordinator
Along with Anne’s background in customer service, her organizational skills and task management abilities make her a valuable member of the Augusta Rental Homes team.
Loves crime shows
Cat mom to Yuki and Yuna
Enjoys reading, painting, and boxing
“Whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re right.”

MA'DYNA GARDET
Resident services coordinator
Ma’Dyna is a key player in providing a positive experience for our residents. Her team-oriented mindset and great communication skills ensure excellent service.
Speaks 4 languages: French, Creole, Spanish, and English
Self-taught nail tech and hairstylist
Loves to read
“Make improvements, not excuses.”

GRACE BARNICK
Portfolio manager, single family homes
Grace loves meeting new people and solving problems—a great combination for a Portfolio Manager! Her unique experience comes from her diverse background in studying art and dental assisting, along with her passion for adventure.
Moved cross-country 3 times
Enjoys pickleball and long distance running
Loves to hike, kayak, garden, and draw
“Always be kind and never give up.”

A’RIEAL JOHNSON JOHNSON
Portfolio manager, single family homes
Arie has been managing properties for nearly two decades and has a genuine passion for serving in leadership positions where she can foster company growth, implementation, and overall tenant experience.
Loves women’s basketball
Obsessed with crime shows
Collects Funko Pops
“If you don't stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.”

BRITTANY HOUSTON
Portfolio manager, single family homes
While Brittany enjoys all aspects of real estate, property management is what fulfills her the most because each day is different and brings new experiences. She also appreciates the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life.
Loves being a travel softball mom
Passionate about all things hair, makeup, fashion, and interior decorating
Avid reader
“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Luke 6:31”

HOPE ESTRADA
Portfolio manager, single family homes
Hope has over a decade of experience in the real estate industry and for the past year, she has been helping families find houses to call home. As a portfolio manager, she loves to help owners maximize benefits from their investments and grow their portfolios.
Boy mom
Enjoys riding dirt bikes
Loves cooking, traveling, boating, and trying new foods
“You only live once, so make it count.”

ADDIE CARTER
Regional manager
Addie brings 13+ years of experience in property management and embraces a growth mindset to help her team succeed; no two days are ever the same, which enables constant growth.
Played college basketball
Loves to travel and attend concerts
Huge sports junkie
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

BREYANNA FUNCHESS
Portfolio manager, multifamily
For Breyanna, the best part of property management is getting the apartments ready for move-in, from start to finish.
Dancing is her #1 hobby, for the past 11 years!
Loves to cook
Enjoys traveling
“Your perception of the world is a reflection of yourself.”

SUMMER FRAZIER
Portfolio manager, multifamily
Summer’s favorite part about property management—from leasing to customer service—is meeting new people, networking, and creating relationships. She also enjoys the freedom of creativity in her work environment.
Likes trails and hiking
Enjoys cooking
Loves to create DIYs and paint
“Good things come to those who try.”

SKYE SIGLER
Portfolio manager, multifamily
Skye is a seasoned Portfolio Manager who loves helping residents see there are good managers who care and take time to listen.
Loves summers at the lake and taking her kids fishing
Enjoys playing tennis
Loyal Braves fan
“Remember your why.”

DANA RIDDLE
Portfolio manager, multifamily
In her role as a Multifamily Portfolio Manager, Dana enjoys meeting new people and solving problems. In her free time, she enjoys reading books and listening to music… especially 90’s rock.
Collects elephants
Bilingual
Left handed
“Radiate positivity at all times.”

DOUG SPIRES
Maintenance manager
Doug’s hands-on experience in maintenance and construction gives him a solid understanding of coordinating maintenance work, managing vendors, and ensuring properties remain in top condition. He is passionate about creating safe and reliable homes for residents.
Loves spending time outdoors
Enjoys DIY projects
Can fix just about anything!
“Do the right thing, even when no one’s watching.”

MATT PHARES
Maintenance coordinator
Matt sincerely enjoys working in the property management industry so he can be a part of providing a wonderful home for others to live happily.
Married 35 years and counting!
Enjoys all sports, especially golf and football
Diehard Bulldog fan — Go Dawgs!
“Respect is earned, not given.”

TIFFANIE SAPP
Project coordinator
With experience in customer service, Tiffanie is passionate about helping people. Her high organization skills and ability to solve problems make her an excellent Project Coordinator!
Loves her 3 boys!
Enjoys fishing and going to the mountains
Go Dawgs! Go Braves!
“Do good, work hard, love deeply, and let the rest GO!”

CHRIS PHILLIPS
Utilities coordinator
Serving as the Utilities Coordinator, Chris gracefully handles the details that help our residents’ and owners’ daily lives. She loves helping people and believes there’s never a dull moment in property management.
Loves to paint
Loves to sew
Made over 20 quilts
Loves cats and dogs
“You have to have flexibility in life.”

JOHN SAVOY
Maintenance tech
John started his career in the 90s working on HVACs and quickly grew his skill sets to be able to rehab entire houses. He takes pride in his work and has been a valuable team member at Augusta Rental Homes since 2016.
Loves golf
Enjoys interacting with others
Enjoys working on his own investment properties
“Two things—forgiveness & thankfulness.”

SCOTT PETROFF
Maintenance tech
For over 30 years, Scott has been repairing and remodeling apartment complexes, and he loves the challenge of fixing things right the first time.
Likes to fix things
Loves all animals
Loves Marvel movies
Enjoys helping people or animals that are in need of support
“Always treat people with respect and dignity.”

JOHN CUMBEE
Maintenance tech
John—better known as “Buster”—has been in the repair business for over 12 years and services our multifamily properties. With his outgoing personality, Buster enjoys joking around, but he takes his work seriously!
Likes playing sports
Enjoys hunting and fishing
“Respect others. Do the right thing.”

DAVID FLOYD
Maintenance tech
Over 35 years of painting and welding qualifies David as an expert in his field! He takes pride in not only keeping the properties running smoothly, but also in keeping them looking nice and vibrant.
Likes drawing landscapes
Enjoys hiking trails
Go Dawgs!
“Always be honest, no matter the consequences.”

JEFF GRAY
Maintenance tech
Jeff enjoys helping others, and as a technician for both single-family and multi-family maintenance, that is what he gets to do routinely.
Certified welder
Loves to travel
Enjoys football and baseball
“Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

STEVEN CHRISTIAN SMITH
Maintenance tech
Steven has extensive experience in maintenance from commercial properties to residential. His favorite part of his job is a finished project and customer satisfaction.
Happily married for almost a decade
Has 2 beautiful daughters
Passionate about evangelism and getting to know people
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Lean not on your own understanding and God will make your path straight.”

TOBEY AVERY
Maintenance tech
Tobey’s philosophy is to learn all he can, every single day. His teachable spirit and his desire to make residents happy make him a superb maintenance tech.
Easy going and easy to get along with
Plays guitar, bass, and piano
Loves to draw
“Never give up!”

TIM KING
Maintenance tech
With over eighteen years in the field, Tim brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our maintenance department. Meeting different people is what he enjoys most about his job.
Loves God and the outdoors
Caught a 13 lb fish at the lake
Go Dawgs!
“Faith. Love. Family.”

NICK BRIDGES
Maintenance tech
Nick’s knowledge of engineering, HVAC, facilities maintenance, and renovations makes him excellent at making sure our properties are at their best.
Loves Jesus
Enjoys playing the guitar
Favorite thing is spending time with family
“Always improve.”

JADE FINLEY
Maintenance tech
With a love of learning new things, Jade enjoys fixing things to make people happy, whether that’s plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or drywall work.
Plays guitar
Loves horror movies
Michigan fan “GO BLUE”
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”

JACK PHELPS
Maintenance tech
Jack brings a fresh outlook to Augusta Rental Homes’ Maintenance Team; he enjoys meeting new people and working with his hands, specifically in woodworking and blacksmithing.
Irish
Enjoys whiskey tasting
Likes gaming
“Make the best with what you have, do good work you can be proud of, and be kind.”

BRANDON OLIVAS
Maintenance tech
Brandon has been hands-on in the construction and maintenance industry since he was 18, and he is a certified welder. He continues to thrive in his career at Augusta Rental Homes.
Dad to 3 kids
Enjoys hunting and fishing with his kids
Likes working on cars and trucks
“Treat people how you want to be treated.”
