About Us
SJI Properties secures real estate investments that drive lasting value and reliable returns.
SJI Properties: Your Trusted Partner in Real Estate Investment
SJI Properties is a leader in managing multi-family, affordable, and workforce housing, with a strong presence in Buffalo and the Niagara region of Western New York, as well as the Mid-Atlantic and a growing pipeline in the Sun Belt region. We specialize in the management of residential, commercial, apartment, and condominium complexes, bringing extensive experience in property renovation, rehabilitation, and repairs to elevate the tenant experience.
Our track record speaks to our commitment to excellence. By continuously enhancing the value and livability of our properties, we aim to create environments where tenants feel at home, while providing our investors with a solid, long-term return on their investment.
COMPANY PROFILE
At SJI Properties, we don’t just manage buildings; we manage relationships—with tenants, investors, and communities. We believe that sound real estate investments are the foundation of financial growth, and we focus on acquiring and maintaining assets that deliver consistent returns. Whether you’re looking to invest in real estate or seeking a reliable property management partner, SJI Properties is your gateway to sustainable growth and lasting value.
Mission
At SJI Properties, we are committed to creating long-term value by investing in both people and the communities they call home. Our goal is to provide exceptional real estate investment opportunities that empower our investors to grow their wealth and achieve financial stability. Through a thoughtful, people-first approach, we aim to deliver investment solutions that make a lasting impact.
Vision
At SJI Properties, our vision is to redefine the real estate landscape by creating quality, affordable housing that empowers communities and enhances lives. We are committed to fostering vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods where residents feel safe, valued, and connected.
Our Values at SJI Properties –
INTEGRITY
We adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards, emphasizing respect, honesty, and fairness in everything we do.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We take full responsibility for our decisions and actions, ensuring we deliver on our commitments with transparency and dedication.
EXPERTISE
With a deep understanding of real estate, we provide expert insights, quality service, and a professional approach that sets us apart.
CUSTOMER FOCUS
Our customers are at the heart of our success. By prioritizing their needs, we build longlasting, trusting relationships.
ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
Driven by a mindset of growth and innovation, we embrace challenges and continuously seek ways to improve, knowing that success comes from hard work and dedication.
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About Us
SJI Properties is a company that manages multi-family, temporary, and workforce housing. The properties are in Buffalo and the Niagara region of Western New York. SJI Properties has an extensive experience in the management of residential, commercial, apartment, and condominium complexes. Our track record includes property renovation, rehabilitation, and repairs to enhance the tenant experience.
Our Team
Divya Tandon
Managing Partner
Divya Tandon is the founder of SJI Properties. She has 20 years experience in the investment real estate sector. Divya’s niche lies in Class B/C workforce housing sector.
Divya began her finance career as a Senior Systems Analyst at NASDAQ. At the same time she began investing in real estate. Divya’s first real estate acquisition occurred in 2004 with a residential rental property located in Queens, New York. Since 2004, she has been an asset manager and third-party manager for commercial real estate. Initial acquisition of real estate in the WNY region was in 2008. Divya relocated to Buffalo, New York in 2013. Divya’s strength’s include portfolio, construction and property management.
Divya is goal-driven and believes in ownership or direct investment in every project she participates in. Her discipline includes loyalty and honesty. Divya is a first generation immigrant and very thankful for the opportunity to be in the USA. Divya also works with youth programs that teach financial responsibility to young adults.
Francisco Torres
Building Operations Manager
Francisco has been with SJI for 10 years. He started before its inception as a contractor. Francisco is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all building operations. This includes work orders, unit turns, contractor estimates, and related day to day property requirements. Francisco worked as a Peace Officer for Border Control at Niagara County sheriff’s department. Francisco is a car enthusiast and enjoys being a DJ in his free time.
Ferdousi Khan
Accounting
Ferdousi joined SJI Properties as a due diligence analyst and became a property accountant. Ferdousi manages and oversees all accounting processes for the company. She is self-motivated and has a strong work ethic to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Ferdousi graduated from SUNY Buffalo State with a B.S. in Economics with a concentration in Finance. She also has a M.A. in Economics from The New School in New York City.
Alexis Hanson
Property Management
Alexis has been the Assistant Property Manager at SJI Properties since October of 2021. Alexis joined SJI after graduating from SUNY University at Buffalo in 2022 with a degree in Psychology. Her personality, thoughtfulness, and devotion to assist current and future tenants, helps her succeed with developing successful relationships with SJI residents. When Alexis is not in the office she enjoys playing soccer and doing DIY projects.
Advisory Board
Joëlle Leclaire
General Advisor
Joëlle is Professor of Economics and Finance at the State University of New York, Buffalo State, where she teaches Macroeconomics, Economic Statistics, Money and Banking, and, supervises graduate students working on these topics. She has held this position, at various ranks since 2004. Joëlle serves on the Editorial Board of the Review of Political Economy, an international academic journal, and as member of the Progressive Economics Forum in Canada.
Keri Callocchia
General Advisor
Keri is expert in real estate law. Her experience includes landlord/tenant litigation, commercial and residential real estate closings, mortgage closings, zoning, business entity formation, real estate tax sales, title opinions, condominium conversions, easements, and real estate litigation.
Kimberly Brown
AIA, LEED AP
A registered architect with nearly thirty years of national and international experience, Ms. Brown brings sensitivity to the specific, thorough analysis, and technical expertise to every design collaboration. A native of Mississippi, Ms. Brown has lived, studied, and worked in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Italy, and the Netherlands. Prior to founding Kimberly Brown Architecture PLLC, Ms. Brown held leadership positions at SHoP Architects, Polshek Partnership Architects (now Ennead Architects), Leslie Gill Architect, and Perkins + Will in Chicago. Ms. Brown has been involved with a variety of institutional projects, including education facilities, cultural spaces such as theaters and museums, and public facilities. She also has extensive planning experience with communities ranging from small towns to campuses to cities.
In addition to her architectural practice, Ms. Brown is a dedicated scholar and teacher. For four years she served as Director of Mississippi State University’s Carl Small Town Center, which pairs teams of professionals and academics with local cities and towns to develop community-oriented design projects. While in that position, Ms. Brown was invited to participate in the Governor’s Design Charrette to rebuild the Gulf Coast following Hurricane Katrina, served as a resource leader on the National Endowment for the Arts Mayor’s Institute for post-Katrina efforts, and directed the organization of three NEA “Your Town” conferences to help citizens understand the role of design in rebuilding efforts.
Whether working on an intimate scale or a global one, Ms. Brown believes that design should be used to empower, and that individual empowerment will, in turn, forge stronger communities.